Animoca Brands' tokenomics CEO, Mohamed Ezeldin, suggested that Web3 gaming might need a significant event akin to a 'pandemic-level' shock to reach mainstream adoption. Speaking at the Zebu Live conference in London, Ezeldin highlighted that the previous boom in 2020-2021 was fueled by lockdowns and economic challenges. He stressed that future growth must be supported by broader infrastructure development beyond just gaming. Ezeldin also criticized the short-term focus of many token economies, which he believes undermines long-term value creation. He described tokens as essential 'glue' for creating borderless ecosystems. Looking ahead, Ezeldin projected that by 2030, the total locked value in Web3 gaming could match the GDP of the world's top 20 economies.