Axie Infinity emerged in 2018 as one of the pioneering play-to-earn blockchain games that allowed players to own, breed, and battle virtual pets called 'Axies'.
The game gained popularity due to its unique play-to-earn model, where players could earn in-game rewards in the form of SLP tokens that could be exchanged for real-world money.
However, Axie Infinity faced challenges such as a decline in new player growth, plummeting token values, and a major breach of security that led to a loss of confidence from players and investors.
Despite efforts to improve the platform, Axie Infinity's active player count has significantly dropped, but the lessons learned will likely influence future blockchain games in the play-to-earn space.