Chances are that your first interaction with NFTs was through digital collectibles like CryptoPunks, BAYC, and others. But NFTs and their utility go beyond just digital art. So, here is a non-exhaustive list of the different types of NFTs.

Art NFTs

NFTs became popular through art. Artists can now create digital paintings, animations, or 3D designs and sell them directly to fans as NFTs. These works often come with limited editions, exclusive unlockable content, or even physical items - for example, Beeple’s artworks or the World of Women collection.

Why people love them:

• You support artists directly.
• You own the original digital piece.
• Some NFTs give you access to exhibitions, events, or collaborations.

Gaming NFTs

Imagine playing a game where your sword, skin, or even your character is something you own and can sell.

Gaming NFTs let players buy, earn, and trade in-game items. These can be rare skins, weapons, or pets, and in some games, they’re even worth real money. Axie Infinity is a perfect example in this regard, where you can battle and trade NFT creatures.

Why it matters:

• Items are truly yours.
• You can earn while playing.
• You can take some NFTs across different games.

Collectibles

NFT collectibles are like digital trading cards or limited-edition toys. Each one is unique or part of a set. Some are rare, some are silly, and some are super valuable. Popular examples include CryptoPunks, NBA Top Shot, and Pudgy Penguins.

Why people collect them:

• They’re fun and nostalgic.
• Some may grow in value over time.
• They build communities of fans.

Unexpected NFTs (Yes, Really)

Let’s talk about the weird stuff. Not all NFTs are serious or high art. Some are just plain weird, but still sell. Here’s to the ten most bizarre NFTs I’ve heard about.

1. Fart Sound: A group of artists recorded themselves passing gas and sold it as an NFT titled “One Fart”. Yes, it had a starting price of $85.
2. Jack Dorsey’s First Tweet: Although not entirely bizarre, the co-founder of Twitter sold his very first tweet as an NFT for $2.9 million. It read: “just setting up my twttr.”
3. Virtual House: A digital house named Mars House was sold for over $500,000. You can’t live in it because it only exists in the metaverse.
4. Sleep Recording: A person recorded themselves sleeping, turned it into an audio NFT, and sold it. Imagine earning while snoring!
5. Digital Toilet Paper: Charmin (the toilet paper brand) released “non-fungible toilet paper” as a joke… and it sold for as high as $4,100.
6. Zoom Call: An artist made a screenshot of a Zoom meeting with other artists and sold it as a collectible moment.
7. A Single Pixel: One tiny black dot. Sold as art. No joke.
8. Rock Image: EtherRock is a project that sold simple clipart-style rocks for over $1 million each. It’s literally just a picture of a rock.
9. Digital Pet Rock with a Backstory: Someone created a pet rock NFT that had an emotional story about feeling “unseen” online. People loved it and bought it.
10. Arm Auction: Professional tennis player Oleksandra Oliynykova auctioned a 6x3-inch section of skin on her right arm as an NFT. The Croatian-born athlete sold this unique digital asset for 3 ETH (approximately $5,415 at the time) in March 2021.

While these examples come off as silly, they prove that creativity has no limits with NFTs. If someone can sell a fart, a rock, or a tweet, then your ideas, no matter how strange or simple, might have value too.