Telegram Mini App Game for Cardano

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Selahadin Esmael

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Individual

[GENERAL] Requested funds in ada

150000

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

12

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

A fun and educational online game developed based on Cardano’s Telegram and aimed at fostering the ADA adoption through rewards and mini-apps transactions and activities.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

The game logic, smart contracts, and backend will be fully open source to ensure transparency and allow the community to contribute. Our repository will be publicly available on GitHub.

[METADATA] Horizons

Gaming

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

I propose to develop a mini app game for Telegram, powered by Cardano, to increase the adoption of ADA in gaming. The game will be simple, accessible, and engaging, designed to attract new users and familiarize them with Cardano's blockchain technology in a fun, low-barrier environment.

Problem Statement:

There is a gap in blockchain gaming experiences that are easily accessible and fun for mainstream users. Most blockchain games require deep technical understanding or high entry costs, preventing mass adoption. Additionally, most users on social platforms like Telegram are not familiar with blockchain technology or cryptocurrencies.

Solution:

By creating a mini app game that operates directly within Telegram, we will lower the entry barrier for users to engage with Cardano. The game will feature interactive and competitive elements, in-game assets, and micro-transactions, all powered by ADA. This will introduce Telegram’s massive user base to Cardano in a fun, straightforward way.

Key Features of the Game:

• Cardano-Powered Transactions: The game will use ADA for in-game transactions, including buying power-ups, skins, and competing in tournaments.
• Daily Rewards and Staking: Players can earn ADA through daily rewards and stake a portion of their ADA to unlock premium content.
• In-Game NFTs: Special in-game assets will be tokenized as NFTs on Cardano, allowing users to own, trade, or sell these items across Cardano marketplaces.
• Multiplayer Features: Users can challenge friends, join leaderboards, and compete in seasonal tournaments to earn ADA prizes.
• Integrated Wallet: A built-in Cardano wallet within the Telegram game allows users to manage their ADA without needing to leave the platform.
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Game Concept:

The game is a simple, engaging PVP Strategy Game where users battle it out using strategy cards and avatars. Players earn in-game assets by completing tasks, competing in tournaments, or purchasing packs using ADA. The assets collected can be traded as NFTs on the Cardano blockchain.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

IMPACT ON CARDANO

This project will create more awareness about Cardano to base users who do not engage with blockchains every day especially the Telegram user database regarding ADA through a fun engagement. These features connected to ADA transactions, in-game NFT, and earning mechanics will increase the usage of ADA by casual gamers as well as social media users who are not likely to interact with cryptocurrencies. The inclusion of a wallet and daily ADA reward will also ensure the consistent usage of Cardano brand.

Also, through this project, others will be able to see the possibilities of Cardano’s smart contracts and NFTs within a widely used messenger like Telegram and subsequently engage developers and brands in constructing more games and apps on Cardano.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

CAPABILITY AND FASIBILITY

CardaPlay Ltd. is comprised of blockchain developers and game designing team who back the creation and launch of blockchain games on Ethereum and Solana. Our team already has experience developing secure smart contracts, implementing cryptocurrency in games, and developing on social networks.

We have a clear plan of action and have completed a market study that has confirmed the viability of mini games carried out via the Telegram App. We have worked out a prototype of the interaction and have already gained the attention of the TG gaming communities.

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Milestone outputs: Completion of game design, character development, and asset creation.

Acceptance criteria: game assets (characters, cards, NFTs) and mechanics finalized.

Evidence of milestone completion: design documents and game artwork published.

Milestone outputs: development of smart contracts and integration of ADA payments.

Acceptance criteria: Successful deployment of smart contracts on the Cardano testnet.

Evidence of milestone completion: Smart contracts repository link on GitHub.

Milestone outputs: Integration of in-game ADA wallet and NFT minting capabilities.

Acceptance criteria: Players can manage their ADA wallets and mint NFTs within the game.

Evidence of milestone completion: Working demo of wallet and NFT minting.

Milestone outputs: Beta testing of the game on Telegram.

Acceptance criteria: Beta game available for community testing and feedback.

Evidence of milestone completion: Public link to the beta version.

• Milestone outputs: Full game release on Telegram, including multiplayer tournaments and ADA-based rewards.
• Acceptance criteria: Game fully operational with player-versus-player mode, NFT trading, and ADA transactions.
• Evidence of milestone completion: Public release link and gameplay stats.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Selahadin Esmael – Project Lead, Game Design Specialist

Faith Kedr– Blockchain Developer (Smart Contracts & Cardano Integration)

Hafith Keleme – Game Developer (Unity & Telegram App Integration)

Sophia Kemal – NFT & In-Game Asset Designer

M/D Jud – Marketing & Community Manager

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

• Game Development and Smart Contracts: ₳60,000 (₳5k x 12 months)
• NFT Design and Asset Creation: ₳20,000
• In-Game Wallet and ADA Integration: ₳30,000
• Marketing and Community Engagement: ₳15,000
• Testing and Quality Assurance: ₳10,000
• Platform Maintenance and Server Costs: ₳15,000
• Total: $60,000 USD (Approximately ₳150k at $1 = ₳ 0.4 exchange rate)

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

This project resolves the value proposition as it introduces Cardano to millions of people through the Telegram channel, where ADA is explained for average users. It uses the promise of the gaming sector but makes ADA more suitable for everyday applications for microtransactions, NFTs, and stakes.

What is more, its low development cost compared to traditional video games, as well as the platform integration which makes it a way to strengthen Cardano’s presence in the gaming segment in the long term and increase the user base and ecosystem appeal.