LOL Land Prepares for Launch with Pudgy Penguins and Web3 Board Game Rewards
Yield Guild Games (YGG) has announced the upcoming release of LOL Land, a browser based board game designed for casual web3 users. The game is set to launch on Abstract Chain, a Layer 2 blockchain tailored for consumer-grade applications. The title mixes recognizable NFT IP with simple, dice-based mechanics. The game aims to expand the YGG ecosystem while offering a light and accessible entry point into web3 gaming.
LOL Land was officially unveiled at WolvesDEN Alpha Night, a private showcase event during the Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025. YGG co-founder Gabby Dizon introduced the game during a presentation attended by web3 founders, investors, and early-access testers. According to Dizon, the project reflects YGG’s ongoing focus on community-informed development and the increasing demand for casual, time-efficient games in the space.
Casual Gameplay with Web3 Rewards
The gameplay draws structural inspiration from traditional board games such as Monopoly, but retools the format for web3-native mechanics. Each turn allows players to roll the dice and move across themed maps, with opportunities to earn YGG tokens or unlock exclusive NFT rewards. The experience is designed to be both luck-driven and replayable, appealing to users who may not have the time or inclination for complex RPG or PvP mechanics.
Four distinct maps will be available at launch:
- Ice World Wonderland, featuring officially licensed Pudgy Penguins characters
- YGG City, referencing Yield Guild’s broader metagame
- Beach Day, with a relaxed, vacation-style layout
- Carnival, designed to offer high-risk, high-reward opportunities
LOL Land will also include characters and references familiar to the YGG ecosystem, offering a sense of continuity for long-time community members while introducing recognizable NFT projects to newer players.
Launching on Abstract Chain with 40,000+ Pre-Registrations
The game is built on Abstract Chain, a consumer-friendly Layer 2 solution. Abstract Chain’s low gas fees and high-speed transactions are intended to support scalable, low-latency gameplay. According to YGG, over 40,000 players have already pre-registered for LOL Land ahead of launch, indicating substantial early interest.
Players can still pre-register at lol.land to claim welcome bonus rolls, even after the official April 15 launch. Each roll acts as a random move across the game board and can lead to $YGG rewards, NFTs, or in-game points. Pre-registered users start with bonus rolls, and can earn or purchase more during gameplay. The bonus window remains open for a limited time, so players are encouraged to register soon while eligibility lasts.
Unlike traditional token-gated models, LOL Land focuses on accessibility. It is fully browser-based and requires no software installation or hardware prerequisites. Pre-registered users will receive bonus rolls upon game launch, allowing them to immediately engage with the reward mechanisms.
The inclusion of Pudgy Penguins a leading NFT brand known for its focus on community and IP licensing marks a strategic move for cross-ecosystem collaboration. Also, it integrates well-known NFT characters into the board game’s setting. YGG aims to broaden its appeal while offering holders of the associated IP new ways to engage.
No exact launch date has been announced, but the project’s development appears to be nearing completion.
The game’s FAQ, roadmap, and tutorial materials will be made available closer to release.
YGG has described LOL Land as part of its larger strategy to offer “fun-first” web3 experiences. Unlike more grind-heavy or speculative models, the game centers on short gameplay sessions with the potential for token and NFT rewards without requiring players to commit significant time or upfront capital.
More details are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks, as the YGG ecosystem prepares to expand its reach with a title that blends entertainment, simplicity, and blockchain-native rewards.