Web3 space is growing, despite losing the initial hype. Already several areas of development have emerged, and more tools are available for each one. The most important aspects include account creation and user onboarding, tokenization, NFT minting, sales and distribution, financial aspects, smart contracts and security, as well as other minor user experience tools.
The end goal is to create usable, fun apps that repeat the success of Web2, but with an ownership component and trading potential if needed. The need for fast iteration and quality user experience led to a new wave of platforms offering specialized Web3 services.
Play2Moon went through some of the most active and prominent platforms on social media, with their main services and technologies. Some platforms are cross-compatible, while other projects focus on one aspect of Web3, such as NFT or DeFi.
Curated Web3 Tools
One of the perks of new Web3 tool collections is that some are ready to offer curated features and expert advice, and walk the team through the process of launching a blockchain app. The most notable expert-led onboarding can be found with Ignitions and Ava Labs.
Wide-Reaching Platforms
The other type of platform that is establishing its influence in 2023 offers a wide range of services, and is compatible with multiple blockchains. Alchemy and ThirdWeb are the examples of newly launched, highly active resource hubs.
Infrastructure and Web3 Building
Some of the projects offer a mix of Web3 tools, as well as their own infrastructure. ImmutableX offers both tailored solutions for NFT and trading, as well as fast transaction opportunities. Flow offers an entirely different blockchain with a native wallet and account abstraction.
Web3 Resources: Active Projects for 2023
| Project | Main service | Main type of project | Core Features | Wallet Types |
| Enjin | Mass NFT adoption | NFT collection issuer | Enjin Coin, wallet | Enjin wallet for NFT |
| Ignitions | Curated Web3 Onboarding | Ready products, seeking Web3 features | Consulting, wallet as a service | In-house wallet, custom wallet |
| ImmutableX | Ethereum Scaling | NFT issuers, P2E games | Layer 2 scaling, NFT marketplace | Multiple wallet types |
| Alchemy | Web3 tools for multiple chains | Web3 startups, ready-made apps | SDK, API and fast RPC access | Multiple wallet types |
| Chainlink | Oracle, randomness generator | Games, DeFi, trading apps | Price oracles, SDK, random generator | Multiple wallets, compatible |
| Mythical Games | Gaming/Economy crossover | Launching curated high-profile games | Full game support services | In-house, custom wallet |
| Stardust | Onboard mass audience to Web3 | Fast game deployment | Wallet service, full game support | Multiple wallet types |
| Sequence | App building for ETH ecosystem | Games, general apps | Wallet service, EVM-compatible | Multiple wallet types |
| Astra | Regulated Web3 economy | DeFi projects requiring KYC | Reporting, sanctions, regulations | Multiple wallets, compatible |
| Forte | Digital property rights | NFT sellers, metaverses | NFT minting, ownership | Multiple wallet types |
| ThirdWeb | Complete suite of Web3 tools | Games, DeFi, general apps | SDK, API and fast RPC access | Multiple wallets, wallet as a service |
| 0x Protocol | API for trading activities | DEX, exchanges, DeFi protocols | On-chain history, order books | Multiple wallets |
| Lens Protocol | Web3 social network | Data, connectivity, bridging | Social network and status projects | External multiple wallets |
| WAX | The blockchain for gaming | Account creation, wallet, SDK | Games, NFT marketplaces | In-house wallet/account |
| Kadena | Infrastructure, liquidity | Complete product package for builders | DAO, games, DEX | In-house wallet, compatible with other wallets |
| AvaLabs | Onboarding for Avalanche | Curated expert-led packages for Web3 | Games, DeFi | Wallet as a service, compatible with other wallets |
| Ankr Protocol | Fast Web3 Infrastructure | Games, general apps, DeFi, | SDK, API, blockchain calls | Multi wallet compatible |
| ConsenSys | Infrastructure, node access | Games, DeFi | Staking, NFT, data access | Multiple wallets |
| Flow | Mainstream-ready blockchain | Games, general apps | Staking, NFT, gaming | In-house wallet |
| Chainstack | Scalable applications | Gaming, DeFi | Fast building of both small and scalable apps | Compatible with multiple wallets |
