Chain ranking
Top dApps on Wax
35 projects that run on Wax, ranked by DappsAtlas score and total value locked.
- Listed
- 35
- Reviewed
- 35
- Page
- 1/1
WAX is a delegated proof-of-stake blockchain launched in 2017. It is built on EOS-style software, so it is not an EVM chain. Token holders vote for a limited group of block producers, who validate transactions and produce blocks. The network was designed for e-commerce and NFT collectibles, aiming for quick, low-friction transactions. Wallets and contracts follow the EOS model, not Ethereum's.
The native token is WAXP. It is used for staking, for voting on block producers and for paying for network resources. WAX uses a resource system of CPU, NET and RAM rather than a per-transaction gas charge, so the cost of using the chain depends on how much of those resources an account holds or rents. Many WAX dApps accept WAXP directly for purchases and trades.
The WAX ecosystem is known mainly for NFTs and games, with a smaller DeFi side. AtomicHub, NFT Hive and NeftyBlocks are NFT marketplaces, and Alien Worlds is the best-known play-to-earn game, joined by Warsaken, R-Planet and Warspace. For trading, Alcor Exchange and DefiBox are the main DEXes, with Taco Studios as a smaller option. DeFi TVL was about $309,374 at the time of writing, and our site lists 27 dApps on the chain.
Wax dApps at a glance
- Tracked
- 35
- Reviewed
- 35
- Total TVL
- $1.15M
- Avg. score
- 5.6/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
Alcor Exchange$582K
- 2
DefiBox$462K
- 3
AtomicHub$38.1K
- 4
Alien Worlds$36.6K
- 5
Taco Studios$20.9K
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
Warsaken6.8
- 3
- 4
- 5
Chad Labs6.2
Looking for an overview? Read the Wax ecosystem guide.
Ranked by DappsAtlas score, then total value locked. Click a column to re-sort this page. TVL data via DefiLlama.
What runs here
dApp categories on Wax
- 1GameFi720%
- 2NFT Marketplaces: General617%
- 3Play-to-Earn Games617%
- 4DEXes39%
- 5Games: Strategy39%
- 6Games: Metaverse26%
- 7NFT Collections: Other26%
- 8Games: Card Games13%
- 9Chain13%
- 10Other13%
- 11Games13%
- 12NFT Collections: Games13%
- 13Games: Action13%
Guides
Guides for Wax and other chains
Blockchain
Five WAX Blockchain dApps to Watch in 2026: Games and AppsWAX is an EOS-compatible chain built around games and NFT collectibles. This guide covers five WAX dApps worth a look in 2026, what each one does, and how to check whether it is still active before you spend time or money on it.
Blockchain
How to Move Assets to and from WAX With Cross-Chain BridgesBridges are one of several ways to get tokens onto or off the WAX blockchain. This guide explains how the process works, what to verify before you sign, and how to avoid the errors that most often strand funds, such as wrong account names and missing memos.
Blockchain
WAX Cloud Wallet, Sidechains and EVM Support: What to Know in 2026WAX has long focused on NFTs, games and a web-based Cloud Wallet. This guide explains what sidechains and EVM support mean for WAX users, how these pieces would connect, and how to check current status before moving assets.
Blockchain
WAX vs BNB Chain: Who Has More Active Users in 2026?WAX and BNB Chain are often compared by user counts, but the headline numbers depend on which metric, time window and data source you use. This guide explains what active users mean, what the latest BNB Chain figures show, and how to compare the two networks yourself.
Blockchain
WAX, AWS Sidechains and Testnets: A Developer Guide for 2026WAX is a blockchain built for digital goods and games, and its 2024 alliance with Amazon Web Services aimed to help teams launch their own sidechains. This guide explains what sidechains and testnets do, how the pieces fit together, and how to start building without risking real funds.
Blockchain
What Is WAX? A Guide to the WAX Blockchain and WAXPWAX, short for Worldwide Asset eXchange, is a blockchain built for NFTs, games and digital collectibles, with the WAXP token at its centre. This guide covers how it works, what WAXP does and what to check before you use it.
Frequently asked questions
What is the WAX blockchain?
WAX is a delegated proof-of-stake blockchain that is compatible with EOS software. It launched in 2017 and was built for e-commerce and NFT collectibles. Its native token is WAXP.
Is WAX an EVM chain?
No. WAX follows the EOS design, not the Ethereum Virtual Machine. Ethereum wallets and Solidity contracts do not work on it directly. Users need a WAX-compatible wallet, and developers write contracts for the EOS-style virtual machine.
What is the WAXP token used for?
WAXP is the native token. It is used for staking, for voting on block producers and for paying for network resources. Many WAX dApps also take it as payment, including NFT marketplaces such as AtomicHub and NFT Hive.
Do I pay gas fees on WAX?
WAX uses a resource model like EOS's, in which accounts use CPU, NET and RAM instead of paying a gas fee on each transaction. The resources are obtained by staking or renting WAXP. In practice, many everyday actions feel close to free for users, although the details depend on the account and the dApp.
What are the most popular dApps on WAX?
Based on the listings on this page, the biggest names are Alcor Exchange and DefiBox for trading, AtomicHub for NFTs, and Alien Worlds for play-to-earn gaming. Warsaken, R-Planet and Warspace are among the other WAX games listed here.
How big is DeFi on WAX?
The total value locked in WAX DeFi was about $309,374 at the time of writing, which is small. It sits mostly in the DEXes Alcor Exchange and DefiBox. Most activity on the chain is in NFTs and games, which hold little locked value.
What is the largest dApp on Wax by TVL?
Alcor Exchange is the largest dApp on Wax by total value locked, with $582K across all the chains it supports. It is followed by DefiBox ($462K) and AtomicHub ($38.1K). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Wax has the highest DappsAtlas score?
Alcor Exchange has the highest score at 6.8/10, ahead of Warsaken (6.8) and AtomicHub (6.5). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Wax?
DappsAtlas tracks 35 dApps on Wax. Of these, 35 have a full review and 10 report value locked, $1.15M in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Wax?
GameFi (7), NFT Marketplaces: General (6) and Play-to-Earn Games (6) are the largest categories on Wax, by number of projects.
What is the average score for dApps on Wax?
The 16 rated dApps on Wax average 5.6 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 2 score below 5.