Immutable Confirms IMX Staking Launch on zkEVM Starting June 19

On June 12, Immutable revealed that IMX staking will begin on Immutable zkEVM at 00:00 UTC on June 19. This timing also marks the end of staking activities on Immutable X. Users staking on Immutable X will have their funds automatically unstaked and returned. To continue earning rewards, participants must migrate tokens and restake manually on zkEVM. This shift forms part of the Immutable X and zkEVM merge implementation. Further migration details depend on wallet type and bridging tool preference.

Reward Cycle and Eligibility Conditions for IMX Staking on zkEVM

With this new platform, rewards will shift to a two-week cycle on zkEVM starting June 19. To qualify, IMX token holders must stake and trade at least one NFT in a cycle. Reward values depend on both the staked amount and the time it remains active. Reward assessments will factor in trading volume from zkEVM orderbook integrations. Stake eligibility resets at the start of each new cycle.

The platform will allocate 20% of the 2% trading fee on NFT sales to stakers. This design targets active participants via staking and trading engagement on zkEVM. Stakers may withdraw at any time, but early exit reduces reward eligibility. Only the duration within the active cycle of IMX staking influences final payout calculations. This approach incentivizes longer commitments and marketplace activity among token users. Payouts will occur every two weeks based on measured staking behavior. Participants must remain active until the cycle ends to maximize potential returns.

Bridge Options Available for Migrating IMX to zkEVM Network

Two bridge methods support moving IMX from Immutable X to zkEVM networks. Users may use the Layerswap tool for direct network transfers. Alternatively, they can bridge via the Ethereum mainnet before moving to zkEVM. Once assets reach zkEVM, staking starts through the updated staking interface. Supported wallets include hardware devices, Metamask, and the Immutable Passport solution. This ensures broad compatibility across user preferences and security requirements. Each bridging method will maintain asset integrity during network transition. The bridging process timeline may vary by network congestion levels.

Immutable Merge Aims to Unify Gaming and Token Ecosystems

The broader Immutable X and zkEVM merge to unify game assets, tokens, and user bases. Popular titles such as Guild of Guardians have migrated to zkEVM since its early 2024 debut. The chain has processed nearly 150 million transactions, demonstrating significant usage growth. Unified support for EVM smart contracts and ERC1155 tokens improves asset trading flexibility. Developers gain better liquidity mechanisms and simplified deployment options on the merged chain. This single environment aims to enhance efficiency for builders and end users alike.

Asset Migration and Regulatory Closure Mark Critical Phase for Immutable

Assets on Immutable X will migrate automatically based on the wallet in use. Passport users find assets in their zkEVM Passport, while other wallets match original addresses. Users can also bridge to Ethereum L1 before migration to retain manual control. Games and marketplaces on Immutable X must update contracts to function on zkEVM. Immutable will deploy equivalent contracts for existing assets and cover related gas fees. This move to unify the platform follows a period of regulatory uncertainty. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently closed its investigation into Immutable with no enforcement action. This ended a five-month review that began with a Notice issued in October 2024 regarding the IMX token.