How Dru Built Web3's Only Grandfathered Console Game: A Founder’s Mindset from Mac & Brown Gravy to a $30M Bet

12/11/2025 2h 2min

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Episode Synopsis

Dive into this authentic founder story with Dru, whose journey exemplifies the founder mindset and authentic leadership in the emerging Web3 space. From growing up in split-family poverty eating mac and brown gravy to navigating the challenges of losing $5.6 million, Dru's resilience shines through. He transformed setbacks into a powerful vision, building Ultra Kingdoms, Web3's only grandfathered console game on PlayStation and Xbox, backed by a $30 million bet. In this episode, explore how Dru's genuine leadership and transparent approach with his token-gated community safeguarded his venture from significant theft, highlighting the emotional and mental challenges that come with being a fully doxed founder and father of six. This founder story captures the raw realities, strategic mindset, and persistent drive behind one of Web3 gaming's biggest bets.

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