The chess strategy game Anichess has completed $1.8 million in funding, led by Sfermion and Amber Group

ChainCatcher news, the chess strategy game Anichess supported by Animoca Brands has completed a $1.8 million financing round, led by Sfermion and Amber Group, with participation from Fenbushi Capital, Aspen Digital, SNZ Capital, and others. The new funds will be used to finance game development, marketing activities, and team expansion.

According to the Web3 asset data platform RootData, Anichess is a blockchain-based chess game, announced by Animoca Brands and its subsidiary Lympo in collaboration with chess industry leader Play Magnus Group to develop a blockchain game, featuring PvE gameplay and an ecosystem for betting and earning. The second phase is expected to launch later in the first quarter of 2024, introducing PvP gameplay.