[VTC] Pavia Farm: Experience Cardano GameFi on Telegram with the Pavia Community

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Nguyen Viet Thanh

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

Entity (Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Requested funds in ada

146250

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

5

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

Yes

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

We are building a GameFi farming project on Cardano, available on Telegram, allowing players to use Pavia’s NFT Land and PAVs to farm, raise livestock, and trade assets on mobile or PC.

[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

In the initial phase, the source code will require time to complete and secure, so it will not be open-sourced immediately. Once everything is secure, the entire codebase will be released under the GPL-3.0 (GNU General Public License v3) license, allowing everyone to use or further develop it

[METADATA] Horizons

Metaverse

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Problem we aim to solve:

The Pavia Farm project was created to address the lack of utility and real-world interaction for asset holders in Pavia – one of the first metaverse projects on Cardano. Currently, with over 17,139 landowners and thousands of others holding NFTs in Pavia, they are facing challenges in extracting value and finding practical applications for these NFTs. Pavia Farm will provide a solution by creating a platform for real-world interaction, enabling the Cardano community, especially Pavia asset holders, to utilize and exchange value from their NFTs.

Detailed project features and plans:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_7Hq4SOfBphfSroLMOSAghHNRtHOa0LntbCWjRvQb5o/edit#heading=h.g1vjxrweqpoa

Video on Pavia project results:

https://x.com/i/status/1822966196620443683

https://youtu.be/dsGrrfOZ3h8?si=yn4FGbiExYiuiZcK

Successfully completed testing for 5000 Concurrent Networked Players in a Single World

https://youtu.be/hmBRnyCsUpM?si=Afy36gBGCzwF68tb

Building a house in Pavia is made easy with Pavia Studio along with many other achievements

Why we chose this solution:

We have chosen to build a blockchain-based farm game on Cardano, inspired by Stardew Valley. This is a simple yet engaging model with high interactivity and accessibility. However, instead of merely developing a farm game, Pavia Farm will be one of the first proofs of Metaverse as a Service (MaaS), in which Pavia is expected to provide a ready-made environment for developers to integrate their games, products, and services into the Cardano blockchain platform. This solution not only unlocks the value of digital assets but also creates opportunities for transactions, community connections, and attracting more users to the Cardano ecosystem.

The game will be deployed as a Miniapp on Telegram, allowing players to easily access it across multiple platforms such as PC, mobile, and tablet, while maintaining reasonable development costs.

Target users:

Pavia landowners on Cardano: The primary target is the 17,139 current Pavia NFT landholders on Cardano. They can start building and developing their farms on their owned land plots.

Other Pavia NFT asset holders: Owners of utility tokens, Pavs, and Mechs will have an additional platform to use and trade their assets.

Cardano community: Players interested in farming and blockchain games can join to explore ownership opportunities and utilize NFTs, thereby attracting more users to the Cardano ecosystem.

Our solution’s unique aspects:

1. Integration of blockchain and farm game model: Pavia Farm is not just a simulation game but a platform for trading and generating real-world value from digital assets on Cardano, allowing players to engage deeply with Cardano’s digital economy.
2. Proof of the MaaS concept: Pavia Farm will be the first demonstration of the ability to implement Metaverse as a Service (MaaS) on Cardano, leveraging Pavia's infrastructure and large community.
3. Scalability and development potential: With trading, interaction, and NFT asset upgrades, the project opens up various opportunities for players and economic growth within the game.
4. Strong community engagement: Players can visit each other’s farms, exchange items, and participate in community events, helping maintain the engagement of Pavia and Cardano communities.

(Image 01: Pavia Farm is a dApp on the Telegram app marketplace)

(Image 02: Pavia Farm is playable on PC, Mobile, and Tablet)

Benefits for the Cardano ecosystem:

1. Increasing NFT utility on Cardano: Pavia Farm offers a real use case for Pavia NFTs, adding value to the ecosystem.
2. Attracting and retaining users: Enhances engagement and retention of existing Cardano users while attracting new players interested in GameFi and blockchain integration.
3. Reinforcing confidence and value for Cardano projects: The success of the project will demonstrate the ability to implement Metaverse as a Service (MaaS) on Cardano, while also encouraging other projects to trust in the growth of this ecosystem.

(Image 03: Will attract more players and increase asset utilization.)

Why the project needs to be built on Cardano:

Under the pressure of the market downturn cycle, the Pavia project development team faced difficulties in raising funds from venture capital (VC) firms, leading to a temporary halt in development. This sparked a debate within the community about the future of Pavia. Pavia Farm will be a solution to help maintain and enhance the value of the Pavia project while reaffirming the resilience and strength of the Cardano ecosystem in supporting promising projects.

With Pavia Farm, we aim not only to protect the value of a leading metaverse project on Cardano but also to create practical and sustainable utility for the Cardano community through the innovative combination of blockchain and gaming.

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

Positive impact on the Cardano community:

The Pavia Farm project will bring several positive impacts and long-term value to the Cardano community, including:

• Increased utility for NFTs on Cardano: One of the biggest challenges for Pavia projects is the lack of real-world use cases for NFTs. Pavia Farm will address this issue by offering NFT Land, Pavs, and Pavia Token holders the opportunity to engage in a GameFi farming game integrated with blockchain. This will give NFTs real utility, create an in-game economy, and increase liquidity and value for NFTs and Pavia tokens on Cardano.
• Creating an active and loyal user community: By creating a lively and highly interactive game environment, Pavia Farm will attract more players to the Cardano ecosystem, retaining current NFT holders and encouraging new users to join. This will help build a stronger and more vibrant community for Cardano.
• Promoting the development of decentralized applications (dApps): Integrating blockchain transactions, smart contracts, and the GameFi model will serve as a case study for how the Cardano blockchain can be used to build dApps. This practical use case will enhance Cardano’s recognition as a strong dApp platform.
• Strengthening trust in the growth of projects on Cardano: Pavia Farm’s success will show that even projects facing challenges can find opportunities for growth through community support and funding platforms like Catalyst. This will encourage other developers and businesses to continue investing and developing projects on Cardano.

Measuring Project Impact:

We will use both quantitative and qualitative methods to measure the impact of Pavia Farm, specifically:

• User engagement metrics: The number of players, time spent interacting, registered users, average playtime, and player return rates will be key indicators of community engagement.
• NFT transaction volume: The number of NFT transactions and total trading volume through Pavia Farm will show the liquidity and attractiveness of the game for digital assets.
• Community feedback: We will gather feedback from players through surveys, evaluations, and direct interactions on community channels like Discord and X to assess satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
• Number of community events and participation: Measure participation in in-game events, such as harvest festivals or crop competitions, to determine the game’s social engagement.

Commitment to Share Results and Opportunities:

• Progress and results reports: We will provide periodic reports on development progress and achieved results through official channels such as the website, Cardano media channels, and on the Catalyst platform.
• Updates on community forums and channels: Project results will be widely shared on Cardano community channels like Discord, Telegram, and Pavia’s Twitter to ensure everyone can stay updated on the project’s progress and impact.
• Creating opportunities for developers and the community: The project will open up collaboration opportunities for new feature development for developers and the community. We plan to build APIs and support tools to make it easier for those interested in developing additional features or mini-games within the Pavia Farm ecosystem to integrate.
• Creating a platform and opportunities for users to participate and invest: In-game NFT products, features, and reward systems will be deployed transparently so that all users have the opportunity to participate, contribute, and benefit from the project’s growth.

Significance to the Cardano Ecosystem:

The success of Pavia Farm will not only provide utility and value to current asset holders in Pavia but also demonstrate Cardano’s strength and flexibility in supporting and developing metaverse, dApp, and GameFi projects. The project will serve as a successful case to inspire other developers to create more applications on the platform.

Thus, Pavia Farm will benefit not only the current user community but also set a positive precedent to promote new projects and applications on Cardano, contributing to the enrichment and expansion of the ecosystem.

[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?

We are confident that the Pavia Farm development team has the necessary skills and experience to execute the project reliably and efficiently, thanks to the combination of key members with expertise in fields such as blockchain, game development, and project management. Specifically:

Project Management: Our project manager has over 10 years of experience coordinating complex software projects, including blockchain projects. With strong analytical and financial management skills, we ensure effective and reasonable allocation of resources and supervision of funds.

Blockchain Developers: Our blockchain development team has experience in developing dApps and smart contracts on the Cardano platform, with a track record of implementing complex features and integrating secure and efficient NFT transactions. This ensures that all blockchain transactions and functions in Pavia Farm are conducted transparently and securely.

Game Development Team: The team members responsible for game development have a solid background in game development using Unity and user experience design. The team has successfully launched several game projects available on the App Store and Google Play, ensuring that Pavia Farm’s gaming experience is smooth, engaging, and meets complex technical requirements.

Additionally, we have built a clear and feasible approach to implementing Pavia Farm based on three key factors:

1. Clear development roadmap divided into specific phases: The roadmap consists of 6 major milestones, covering phases from design, MVP development, to beta testing, and official release. Each milestone has clear acceptance criteria and evidence of completion, allowing us to control and evaluate project progress in detail, ensuring that the project stays on track.
2. Risk management capability: We have set aside a portion of the budget to handle unforeseen risks, such as changes in technical requirements or issues during integration. By planning for risks in advance and establishing an evaluation process, we can respond promptly and maintain project stability.
3. Building relationships and support from the community: We have reached out and received support from key members in the Pavia and Cardano communities, including blockchain experts and other game developers. Establishing relationships with partners and the community not only helps us expand resources but also ensures that the project receives necessary feedback and support to refine the product.

We are committed to maintaining transparency and accountability throughout the project. All documents, results, and evidence of completion will be made public on community channels and Cardano platforms to ensure all information is transparent and verifiable. The development team will always be available to respond to and address community questions promptly.

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

Function Research, GDD Analysis, and Resource Preparation (1 month)

Milestone Output:

• Completion of detailed research on the main features and analysis of the Game Design Document (GDD) for the game.
• Development of a detailed plan for the development phases.
• Resource preparation and role allocation for team members.

Acceptance Criteria:

• Completed GDD document, describing gameplay mechanics, features, and technical requirements.
• Project plan finalized with a clear timeline and resource allocation.

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• GDD report and detailed project plan (PDF).
• Minutes of resource and role allocation.

Player Interface and Character Graphics Design (1 months)

Milestone Output:

• Design the player interface (UI/UX) for the Pavia Farm game.
• Develop character graphics and in-game elements, including environments and items..

Acceptance Criteria:

• UI/UX mockups for each game feature and interface.
• Completed character and environment graphics with positive feedback from the internal team..

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• Images and interface samples (Wireframe and Mockup).
• Documentation describing the graphics and in-game characters.

Develop Basic MVP Environment (2 month)

Milestone Output:

• Build the MVP version of the game with basic features, including gameplay mechanics and the NFT asset management system.
• Integrate basic gameplay functions that allow players to interact with the game environment..

Acceptance Criteria:

• The MVP of the game is functional with the basic features implemented.
• The NFT asset management system is integrated and usable within the game..

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• Video demo of the game's MVP version.
• Basic testing report documenting feature performance and functionality.

Milestone Output: (1 month)

• Release the official version of Pavia Farm.
• Provide a final project report, evaluating progress, achieved results, and challenges overcome.

Acceptance Criteria:

• The official version is publicly released to the community.
• The project completion report is transparent and comprehensive.

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• Project completion report (PDF) and summary video.
• Link to the official release on Telegram and other platforms.

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

Pavia Farm Project Team Resource List

1.Project Manager

Name: Nguyen Viet Thanh

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nguyenvietthanh/

Role: Coordinates the entire project, manages progress, controls costs, and allocates resources effectively. Ensures that all project components are executed on schedule and meet quality standards.

Experience: CEO of Vtechcom (https://vtechcom.org/), holds a degree in IT and a Bachelor's in E-commerce Business Administration in Vietnam. Over 10+ years of experience managing software outsourcing projects. Proficient in project management methodologies such as Agile/Scrum and Waterfall, with solid skills in requirement analysis, financial management, team coordination, and change management.

2.Unity Developer

Name: Le Van Tu

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tu-le-9778a6210/

Role: Builds and develops in-game features, including farming mechanics, livestock management, resource mining, and interactive systems.

• Experience: As a Unity Developer with over 8 years of experience in 2D game development, Tu has worked at multiple studios and contributed to developing various types of games such as puzzle, endless runner, and defense games. Although he doesn’t have extensive experience in 3D projects, Tu is always willing to learn and research if needed. His prominent skills include building databases, organizing data flow, optimizing code and graphic rendering, as well as designing programming patterns such as object pooling and singleton.

3.Game Designer

Name: Cong Nghia Khiem

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/congnghiakhiem/

Role: Creates the Game Design Document (GDD), develops game concepts and storylines, and defines gameplay and reward systems.

Experience: IT professional with over 15 years of experience in roles such as Technical Manager, Project Director, and Technology Lead. 4 years of experience in game design, having worked on indie and blockchain game projects. Skilled in game concept development, GDD creation, reward system design, and user interaction.

4.2D Artist

Name: Nguyen Thu Huong

Role: Designs 2D graphics for characters, crops, animals, and in-game environments. Ensures visual aesthetics and graphic consistency.

Experience: 6 years of experience in 2D graphic design for game projects, especially mobile and farm simulation games. Highly skilled in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, creating character designs and scenery, and crafting animated graphic elements.

5.UX/UI Designer

Name: Dang Xuan Hoang

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dangxuanhoang/

Role: Builds the user interface, optimizes player experience, and ensures game features are user-friendly and intuitive.

Experience: 3+ years of experience in UX/UI design for mobile applications and games, specializing in designing user experiences for dApps. Proficient in UX/UI design, prototyping, user research, and creating interactive interfaces.

6.Blockchain Developer

Name: Do Trung Nhan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nhantd292/

Role: Develops and deploys smart contracts on Cardano using Plutus and Aiken. Integrates asset trading features and in-game reward systems.

Experience: IT engineer with over 8+ years of experience in developing complex software projects, particularly those with large user bases. Skilled in Plutus, Aiken, Haskell programming, smart contract development and testing, and blockchain integration on Cardano.

7.QA Specialist

Name: Le Thi Hue

Role: Tests game features, verifies smart contracts, and ensures all features function smoothly and are bug-free.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in software testing, particularly for mobile apps and software solutions. Experienced in feature testing, creating test cases, ensuring product quality, and security testing. Currently a QA/QC Engineer at Travala.com.

8.Documentation & Community Specialist

Name: Mac Trung Hieu

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trung-hieu-mac-a1a687313/

Role: Writes user guides, answers community questions, organizes interaction events, and creates community content.

Experience: 5 years of experience in community management and content creation for game projects at Minmana Studio. Skilled in documentation, content writing, community communication, and organizing online events.

Additional Staffing Needs:

During the project, we will recruit or outsource additional staff as needed to ensure the quality and progress of the project based on actual requirements.

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

Pavia Farm Project Cost Analysis (at an exchange rate of 1 ADA = $0.35)

I. Personnel Allocation:

Project Manager:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 100 hours

Hourly Cost: 150 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 15,000 ADA

Blockchain Developers:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 65 hours

Hourly Cost: 200 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 13,000 ADA

Game Developers:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 145 hours

Hourly Cost: 150 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 21,750 ADA

Backend Developers:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 135 hours

Hourly Cost: 150 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 27,000 ADA

Game Designer:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 75 hours

Hourly Cost: 150 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 11,250 ADA

2D Artists:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 85 hours

Hourly Cost: 150 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 12,750 ADA

UX/UI Specialist:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 75 hours

Hourly Cost: 150 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 11,250 ADA

QA Specialist:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 100 hours

Hourly Cost: 95 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 9,500 ADA

Documentation & Community Specialist:

Number of People: 1

Hours per Person: 50 hours

Hourly Cost: 95 ADA/hour

Total Cost: 4,750 ADA

Total Personnel Cost: 126,250 ADA

II. Infrastructure & Service Costs:

Hardware & Server Services:

Server rental for game hosting and data processing during development and testing

Duration: 12 months

Total Cost: 15,000 ADA

Data Storage & Software Development Tools

Storage for game data and images, Licenses for development tools such as Unity Pro, Adobe Photoshop, and testing tools

Duration: 500 GB/12 months

Total Cost: 5,000 ADA

Total Infrastructure & Service Cost: 20,000 ADA

III. Total Project Cost: 146,250 ADA

1. Personnel Cost: 126,250 ADA
2. Infrastructure & Service Cost: 20,000 ADA

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

Reasonable Costs Compared to Average Wages in Vietnam

Hourly Wages in Vietnam:

Blockchain Engineers: Average wage ranges from $40 - $100/hour, equivalent to 115 ADA - 285 ADA/hour (at an exchange rate of 1 ADA = $0.35).

Unity Developers, Game Designers: Average wage ranges from $40 - $80/hour, equivalent to 115 ADA - 230 ADA/hour.

Other positions such as Backend Developers, 2D Artists, Project Managers, UI/UX Designers, and QA Specialists: Average wage ranges from $30 - $65/hour, equivalent to 85 ADA - 185 ADA/hour.

In our project, we have applied wages within this range, ensuring compliance with market rates while maintaining high-quality output:

Project Manager: 150 ADA/hour

Backend Developer: 150 ADA/hour

Unity Developer: 150 ADA/hour

Blockchain Engineer: 200 ADA/hour

UI/UX Designer: 150 ADA/hour

2D Artist: 95 ADA/hour

QA Specialist: 95 ADA/hour

Documentation & Community Specialist: 95 ADA/hour

These costs accurately reflect the market value in Vietnam, where the cost of living is lower than in developed countries, optimizing the budget while maintaining quality.

Cost Efficiency and Budget Management

We are committed to allocating costs reasonably and transparently, which includes:

High-quality personnel with appropriate wages.

Third-party service costs are limited to essential items, such as server infrastructure and software licenses.

Our company has experience managing funds from previous projects, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and responsibly.

Supporting Evidence for Cost Justification

The cost data is referenced from reliable sources: Market salary data is compiled from reputable recruitment websites such as LinkedIn Salary, Glassdoor.com, Payscale, and vietnamworks.com, demonstrating that the proposed wages are reasonable.

Thoughtful comparison to international costs: Compared to international wages for blockchain engineers ($75 - $200/hour), labor costs in Vietnam are lower, helping to save the budget without compromising quality.

Added Value for Investment

The success of Pavia Farm will not only provide utility and value to current asset holders in Pavia but also demonstrate the strength and flexibility of the Cardano ecosystem in supporting and developing metaverse, dApp, and GameFi projects. The project will serve as a successful example to encourage other developers to create more applications on this platform.

Thus, Pavia Farm will not only benefit the current user community but will also set a positive precedent to promote new projects and applications on Cardano, contributing to the enrichment and expansion of the ecosystem.