I talked previously about Steem Monsters and it's potential for being a great case study and functional app on the blockchain. SM (Steem Monsters) has already created a huge surge in the collective mindset about Steem's real place as a blockchain of opportunity.
I've been closely following the SM account and watching people buy packs upon packs in real time. It's truly incredible how far the game has come. From my calculation, the SM team has already made over $50,000 USD in the past 7 or so days which is truly incredible and mind boggling.
It didn't take large amounts of SP, social influence, or affluence to create this game... It just took 1 or 2 people who had a great and creative idea. Not only did they have a great idea, but they executed on their idea. They did what 99% of people can't - they followed through on something.
I think this game should serve as a great reminder that this truly is the blockchain of opportunity and there are so many different ways to earn a living by being creative... You just have to be willing to get a little uncomfortable and take a leap of faith in what you believe to be the right direction.
With all that said, there was a neat update on SM. There is now a presale bonus that allows you to buy 100 packs and get 10 packs free. This lowers the per pack price (if you buy in bulk) by 10% to $1.81.
I think this is a fantastic idea because of all the large SBD holders out there. Up until SM, there hasn't been a huge use case for SBDs, and I think that's a factor in SM's recent success as well.
I truly hope this project continues to earn more and more funding through the sale of packs. It's a great inspiration for us all and it's a game that has a lot of potential in and of itself.