# NFT Golf Games Marketplaces Metaverse Debuts New Blockchain-Based 'Golf Mode' By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-09-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-mode References: [mitsoftware](https://mitsoftware.com/en/nft-golf-marketplace-metaverse/)  Tech startup MiT Software has announced the launch of a new 'NFT Golf' mode for its Marketplace [Metaverse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elvantis). The new game mode intends to offer users a simulation of the sport by allowing them to buy and train a virtual golfer, which they can use to participate in games and online tournaments. In addition, NFT Golf will include a play-to-earn component by hosting games with real cash prizes. The brand's introduction of Golf Mode is an example of a new NFT trend that sees companies creating blockchain-based games that intend to simulate real-life sports. As of right now, NFT Golf - Marketplace Metaverse has already received funding from major companies, including [Decentraland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runiverse), Blocket Games, and Turner Sports. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Blockchain Sports:** The trend of using blockchain technology to create online sports simulations and gaming experiences, which can revolutionize the way sports fans engage with their favorite sports online. - **NFT Gaming:** The trend of integrating NFTs into online games, which can allow players to monetize their in-game items and assets and create new revenue streams for game developers. - **Play-to-earn:** The trend of incorporating play-to-earn mechanics into online games, which can offer players the opportunity to earn real money while playing games they enjoy. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports Industry:** The adoption of blockchain technology can provide more transparency, efficiency, and security to the sports industry in managing player contracts, ticket sales, and merchandise authentication, among others. - **Gaming Industry:** The incorporation of NFTs and play-to-earn mechanics into online games can create new revenue streams for game developers and offer players more control over their in-game items and assets. - **Finance Industry:** The emergence of NFTs and play-to-earn mechanics can change the way we think about earning and spending money online and offer new investment opportunities and asset classes for the finance industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crypto-Based Golfing Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linksdao.md) - [Gamified Golfing Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf2earn-platform.md) - [AR-Enabled Kids Golf Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pga-jr-league-safari.md) - [Poker-Focused Metaverses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokerfi.md) - [Sport-Themed Game Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topgolf.md) - [NFT-Based Football Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mlb-champions.md) - [Crypto-Earning Metaverse Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elvantis.md) - [Blockchain-Integrated Sports Gaming Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phigolf-web3.md) - [Play-To-Earn Soccer Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mokens-league.md)