Solana Game Pass Season 1 Kicks Off with $40,000 in Rewards

The Season 1 of the Solana Game Pass is now live and promises to be one of the most exciting campaigns in the Web3 gaming ecosystem.
With more than 30 participating titles and a total prize pool of $40,000, this edition aims to boost the visibility of games built on Solana and attract new players to the blockchain environment.

Among the main highlights is Star Atlas, which kicks off the season with its own competitive event: Arena.

A step forward in the Solana gaming ecosystem

The Solana Game Pass was created as a way to connect players with projects developed within the ecosystem.
After an experimental first edition —Season 0— where users had to obtain a free NFT through Magic Eden to participate, Season 1 introduces a more accessible model: no NFT required.

Now, players simply need to visit the mission portal hosted on Galxe, the platform coordinating the entire campaign, and start completing weekly tasks or joining tournaments.
This change aims to remove entry barriers and attract more players, especially those new to the world of Web3 gaming.

How the campaign works

The Season 1 of the Solana Game Pass combines a variety of activities, from social missions to in-game challenges.
Its goal is simple: reward exploration and active participation.

Players can earn points and compete for rewards by completing actions such as:

• Following official accounts on X (formerly Twitter)
• Joining the Solana Gaming Discord server
• Participating in community events or completing missions within participating titles

Each week introduces new challenges and games, keeping the experience fresh and competitive.
In total, $40,000 in rewards will be distributed across general missions, raffles, and special competitions.

Star Atlas Arena: the first major competitive event

The first challenge of the season comes from Star Atlas, one of the most ambitious projects in the Solana ecosystem.
From October 24 to 27, 2025, players can take part in the Star Atlas Arena event, where top competitors will be rewarded based on their Ink points leaderboard position.

The tournament will distribute $1,000 among the top 10 players, marking the start of a series of competitive events throughout the season.

Additionally, Star Atlas is running a parallel campaign called Iris’ Blessing, active for six months, featuring an extra $30,000 prize pool.
Scores earned there also count toward the overall Game Pass ranking, encouraging continuous engagement within the game.

Over 30 games united under one season

The program features a wide variety of titles from the Solana ecosystem, each with its own missions and rewards.
Although the full list is still being updated, organizers confirmed that more than 30 games are participating — making the Game Pass one of the largest collaborative initiatives in Web3 gaming.

This diversity allows both casual and competitive players to find a space to participate, explore new projects, and discover the possibilities of decentralized gaming.

A more accessible model for players

The new Solana Game Pass format stands out for its accessibility.
By removing the NFT requirement and simplifying registration, the campaign opens participation to a much broader audience.
Missions are managed directly through Galxe, and rewards are distributed transparently among players who complete the required tasks.

However, players should keep a few things in mind:

• Missions change weekly, so it’s important to follow official channels.
• Some tasks require actions within specific games, which may involve a certain level of skill or technical knowledge.
• The exact prize distribution (between missions, raffles, and arena events) has not yet been fully disclosed.

Conclusion

Season 1 of the Solana Game Pass presents a clear mission: to encourage exploration of the Web3 gaming ecosystem in an open, accessible, and competitive way.
With $40,000 in rewards, over 30 participating titles, and the launch of Star Atlas Arena, the program stands out as one of the most significant initiatives driving the growth of gaming on Solana.

As the season progresses, new missions, tournaments, and updates are expected to reinforce the Game Pass as a central hub connecting players, developers, and communities within the blockchain ecosystem.