Cardano Gamified NFT Arena: A Play-to-Earn Gaming Platform

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Yeabkal ephrem

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

Individual

[GENERAL] Requested funds in ada

100000

[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)

We will create a play-to-earn NFT arena where users collect, trade, and battle with cross-game NFTs on the Cardano blockchain.

[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

Our platform and smart contract code will be fully open-source, allowing developers to build on top of the existing game architecture.

[METADATA] Horizons

Gaming

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

We will build an NFT-based gaming platform where players can collect, trade, and battle unique, upgradeable NFTs. Players can use these assets across multiple Cardano-based games, promoting ecosystem synergy.

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

This project will increase user engagement on Cardano, incentivizing both gamers and developers through open-source collaboration and introducing a new economy within 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?

I have a background in blockchain development, and the open-source nature of the project will provide transparency. Additionally, community engagement and testing phases will validate feasibility.

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

Platform Architecture Design

Duration: Month 1

Key Tasks:

• Platform architecture:
• Design the technical infrastructure of the platform, including user wallet interaction, NFT minting, and gameplay mechanics.
• User flow design:
• Map out user journeys (e.g., buying NFTs, entering battles, staking).
• Blockchain integration plan:
• Define how the platform will interact with the Cardano blockchain for NFT transactions and gameplay.

Expected Outcomes:

• Completed technical architecture blueprint.
• Clear user journey and feature plan.
• Defined blockchain integration points.

Smart Contract Development & Testing

Duration: Month 1

Key Tasks:

• Smart contract coding:
• Write and test smart contracts for NFT minting, trading, and staking mechanics.
• Testnet deployment:
• Deploy smart contracts to Cardano's testnet for early functional testing.
• Feedback collection & debugging:
• Test the smart contracts with basic functionality and collect feedback for further refinement.

Expected Outcomes:

• Working smart contracts for core platform features.
• Successful deployment and testing on the Cardano testnet.
• Initial bug fixes and performance optimization.

NFT Generation & Marketplace Integration

Duration: Month 2-3

Key Tasks:

• NFT creation:
• Design and mint the first set of NFTs (characters, weapons, power-ups), ensuring they have unique traits and rarities.
• Marketplace integration:
• Build a decentralized NFT marketplace for buying, selling, and trading assets using ADA.
• Smart contract audits:
• Conduct security audits on all deployed smart contracts for vulnerabilities.

Expected Outcomes:

• First NFT collection minted and available for use in-game and on the marketplace.
• Fully functional marketplace integrated into the platform.
• Secure and audited smart contracts.

Beta Launch & Community Testing

Duration: Month 4

Key Tasks:

• Beta platform deployment:
• Launch a beta version of the platform for the community to test key features.
• Community testing:
• Engage the Cardano community and players to test NFTs, battles, and the marketplace.
• Bug identification & fixes:
• Gather user feedback, identify bugs, and make necessary adjustments based on community feedback.

Expected Outcomes:

• Beta platform live for user testing.
• Feedback on platform usability, performance, and functionality.
• Resolved bugs and improvements based on community input.

Full Platform Launch & Marketing

Duration: Month 3

Key Tasks:

• Official launch:
• Release the full version of the platform with all features activated (NFT trading, battles, staking, etc.).
• Marketing campaign:
• Launch a broad marketing campaign to attract new players, including social media, influencer outreach, and partnerships.
• Community rewards:
• Provide exclusive rewards and bonuses to early adopters and beta testers.

Expected Outcomes:

• Fully launched platform with all features live.
• Significant user acquisition through an effective marketing strategy.
• Active user engagement through community rewards and incentives.

Post-launch Support & Expansion

Duration: Month 7-12 (Ongoing)

Key Tasks:

• Post-launch updates:
• Continuously update and refine the platform based on user feedback and system performance.
• New features & NFT collection releases:
• Roll out new game modes, collaborations, and additional NFT collections to keep the platform fresh.
• Cross-game NFT integration:
• Collaborate with other Cardano-based projects to enable cross-platform usage of NFTs.

Expected Outcomes:

• Ongoing updates and improvements to the platform.
• New content releases to sustain user interest and growth.
• Expansion of NFT utility across the Cardano ecosystem.

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

Yaebkal Epheram –( https://t.me/F1rac)Project Lead & Blockchain Developer

Additional team members to be recruited.

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

Development: 40,000 ADA

Marketing: 20,000 ADA

NFT creation and art assets: 25,000 ADA

Miscellaneous (testing, community management, etc.): 15,000 ADA

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

The project’s open-source nature will encourage further development and innovation within the Cardano ecosystem. The play-to-earn model will attract new users, increasing ADA utility.