Blockchain Game Targets Growing Crypto Audience in the UAE
Valhalla, the blockchain-based Play-to-Earn massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) by Floki, has partnered with Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates for a month-long branding campaign. The collaboration, announced on November 13, aims to strengthen Valhalla’s presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing cryptocurrency markets.
From November 15 to December 12, Valhalla’s branding will be featured across 93 digital screens in the Mall of the Emirates, a high-traffic shopping destination that attracts over 111,500 visitors daily. This strategic move provides Valhalla with an opportunity to reach a diverse audience of residents and international tourists.
The Mall of the Emirates, located on Sheikh Zayed Road, is one of Dubai’s most prominent landmarks. Spanning 255,489 square meters, it houses over 630 retail outlets, 80 luxury stores, and 250 flagship brands. Its popular attractions, including Ski Dubai, Magic Planet, and VOX Cinemas, alongside more than 100 dining options, make it a prime location for engaging with a broad demographic.
Expanding in a Key Crypto Market
Valhalla’s campaign in Dubai aligns with the UAE’s position as a leading hub for cryptocurrency adoption. Despite its relatively small population, the UAE recorded $34 billion in cryptocurrency transactions between July 2023 and June 2024, reflecting a 42% year-on-year growth, according to blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis.
Dubai’s rise as a global crypto hub has been supported by initiatives such as the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA), which provide favorable regulatory environments for blockchain enterprises. Valhalla’s campaign at the Mall of the Emirates positions the game to capitalize on this momentum, enhancing awareness of its Play-to-Earn ecosystem.
This initiative builds on Floki’s previous four-week campaign at WAFI Mall in Dubai, which began on November 8 and runs through December 5. By combining efforts across two prominent shopping destinations, Floki aims to strengthen its foothold in Dubai’s competitive crypto market.
The partnership with the Mall of the Emirates underscores Floki’s broader strategy to establish itself as a leading player in the region’s burgeoning blockchain economy.