Game developers aren't interested in NFTs and cryptocurrency, report suggests Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Game developers aren't interested in NFTs and cryptocurrency, report suggests According to the GDC State Of The Game Industry survey. News by Ed Nightingale News reporter Updated on 21 Jan 2022 76 comments Game developers aren't interested in NFTs and cryptocurrency, according to the latest GDC State Of The Game Industry report. NFTs have already proven divisive in the industry with many big studios leaning into the technology despite criticism from players. However, 70 percent of developers asked for this survey were not interested in NFTs. Meanwhile, 72 percent were not interested in cryptocurrency as a payment tool. Watch on YouTube Eurogamer Newscast Special: Xbox buying Activision Blizzard. Further, the vast majority of respondents criticised the new technology for its scam potential, environmental impact, and monetisation concerns. "I think it is a tech looking for a purpose. People will be interested in it as a gamble to make money, but there's not enough of a public demand for it to be an actual currency," said one respondent. "We should collectively agree to ban the use of blockchain-based technologies in our industry because of their hugely negative environmental impact," said another. Another quipped: "I'd rather not endorse burning a rainforest down to confirm someone 'owns' a jpeg." So far Ubisoft has launched an NFT platform, Konami sold Castlevania NFTs, and voice actor Troy Baker has backed an NFT voice acting platform. Both Square Enix president Yosuke Matsuda and EA boss Andrew Wilson believe NFTs are the future, while Sega has stalled plans following a negative reaction from players. The report delved into a number of other topics too. Accessibility in gaming is on the rise, with more respondents adding accessibility options to their games than not for the first time in the history of the report. On the subject of diversity and inclusion, 70 percent of respondents said their studio's attempts at inclusion and diversity were at least moderately successful. However, there's still a long way to go: 24 percent said their studio had not focused on it at all. Following reports of toxic workplace culture in companies like Activision Blizzard, 38 percent of respondents said their company had addressed concerns. Almost a quarter hoped to unionise. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store