Astrvo Engine - The 3D DApp Creation Kit

[Proposal setup] Proposal title

Please provide your proposal title

Astrvo Engine - The 3D DApp Creation Kit

[Proposal Summary] Budget Information

Enter the amount of funding you are requesting in ADA

100000

[Proposal Summary] Time

Please specify how many months you expect your project to last

6

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No

Original Language

en

[Proposal Summary] Problem Statement

What is the problem you want to solve?

Building 3D DApps on Cardano requires multiple complex skills. Developers must rebuild identity, interaction, and networking from scratch, causing high cost, slow delivery, and inconsistent quality.

[Proposal Summary] Supporting Documentation

Supporting links

• https://www.astrvo.com/
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• https://snek.astrvo.com
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• https://github.com/Astrvo
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• https://doc.astrvo.com

[Proposal Summary] Project Dependencies

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

Yes

Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'

Unity, Playfab, Fishnet Networking, Ready Player Me. The project relies on the Unity engine (LTS 6.0+). A fallback option using the Unreal engine is already prepared. The Playfab can be replaced by SQL server. Fishnet can be replaced by Photon. Ready Player Me can be replaced by local custom avatars. We will complete module compatibility testing in Milestone #1 to ensure continuity even if any dependencies' policies change.

[Proposal Summary] Project Open Source

Will your project's outputs be fully open source?

Yes

Please provide details on the intellectual property (IP) status of your project outputs, including whether they will be released as open source or retained under another licence.

All core outputs of the Astrvo Engine project will be released as fully open-source software. The Astrvo Engine SDK v0.1, including the Unity-based core engine, wallet modules, identity components, multiplayer integration scripts, UI prefabs, and the example online space, will be published under the MIT License

[Theme Selection] Theme

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Developer Tools

[Campaign Category] Category Questions

Describe what makes your idea innovative compared to what has been previously launched in the market (whether by you or others).

Astrvo Engine introduces a level of accessibility, modularity, and blockchain-native integration that does not currently exist within the Cardano ecosystem. Its innovation comes from combining Unity, CIP-30 wallet integration, multiplayer networking, avatar system, decentralized storage, and reusable 3D prefabs into a single developer-friendly toolkit.

Why Cardano?

Cardano provides deterministic eUTxO execution, the CIP-30 wallet standard, a native asset model, and verifiable NFT metadata. These composable capabilities enable 3D dApps to securely bind user identity, assets, and interaction events. Unity alone cannot provide verifiable ownership, while other blockchains either lack universal wallet standards or incur excessive fees. Therefore, Astrvo Engine must be built on Cardano.

Core innovation factors:

1. First Modular 3D DApp Creation Kit for Cardano:

While other chains offer metaverse experiences or individual game projects, no blockchain currently provides a standardized, open-source Unity SDK that lets developers assemble 3D DApps like building blocks.

Astrvo Engine’s modular wallet, identity, and multiplayer components drastically reduce complexity and lower the entry barrier for Web2 and Web3 developers alike.

2. One-Click Integration of Cardano Wallet, Identity, and On-Chain Logic:

Typical Web3 3D development requires manual integration of CIP-30, custom authentication, NFT metadata parsing, and token logic.

Astrvo Engine offers:

• One-click CIP-30 wallet login
• Address, balance, token, and NFT retrieval APIs
• Unified identity management

3. Real-Time Multiplayer + Web3 Wallet Support in a Single SDK:

Multiplayer 3D sync on its own is complex; integrating that with wallet-based identity and blockchain logic is even harder.

Astrvo Engine provides the first Cardano-ready multiplayer 3D engine designed for SocialFi, GameFi, community spaces, exhibitions, and virtual events. Including:

• Out-of-the-box multiplayer via Mirror/FishNet
• Cross-platform server and client prefabs
• Voice chat and interaction support
• Room and user management via PlayFab

4. Simplifies 3D DApp Development from Months to Days:

Without Astrvo Engine, teams must understand:

• Unity character controllers
• Network sync
• Wallet authentication
• Token/NFT metadata
• UI and UX
• Backend architecture
• Decentralized storage integrations

Astrvo Engine pre-packages all these into reusable components, and 3D DApps become feasible for small teams, not only large studios.

5. Open-Source Standard Infrastructure for Cardano 3D Applications:

The project is fully open-source under MIT/Apache, enabling Forks, Extensions, Integrations, Community-driven standards.

This positions Astrvo Engine as the first shared foundation for Cardano 3D DApps, similar to what Hardhat did for smart contracts or Unity’s XR Toolkit did for VR. This could be a foundational layer that can become the “default way” to build 3D DApps on Cardano.

6.Designed for Future Expansion: Editors, AI Tools, and Decentralization:

The long-term roadmap includes:

• A no-code visual space editor
• AI-generated 2D/3D assets
• Migration from centralized networking to decentralized P2P systems

These future capabilities transform Astrvo Engine from a developer toolkit into a full 3D decentralized application platform.

Describe what your prototype or MVP will demonstrate, and where it can be accessed.

This proposal delivers Astrvo Engine SDK v0.1: an open-source toolkit including the core engine, an online space demo, and full documentation.

As an MVP, it will act as foundational infrastructure for SocialFi and GameFi applications, validating the value of “lowering the barrier to 3D DApp development” and injecting new creative energy into the Cardano ecosystem.

Core Features of Astrvo Engine SDK v0.1:

1. Core Engine & Architecture:

A highly modular Unity project structure with clean separation of logic, UI, and networking layers.

2. Prefab-Based SDK Components:

• Wallet Component: One-click integration of CIP-30 wallet login, signing, and transaction actions.
• Identity Component: Retrieve user addresses, ADA balances, Cardano Native Tokens, and NFT metadata via a simple API.
• UI Component Library: A set of UI prefabs styled for Cardano-aligned DApp experiences.
• User Login Component: Instant generation of login UI and user authentication flows.
• Multiplayer Interaction Component: One-click server/client deployment with real-time multiplayer, voice chat, and networked interactions.
• Decentralized Storage Component: Tools for uploading and serving assets via Iagon or other Cardano-aligned decentralized storage options.

3. Example Project & Documentation:

• A fully functional online space demo built entirely with the SDK.
• A complete developer documentation website covering installation, usage, and deployment.

Describe realistic measures of success, ideally with on-chain metrics.

The success of Astrvo Engine SDK v0.1 can be evaluated through concrete, measurable, and realistic indicators across technology adoption, developer engagement, and on-chain usage.

1. Technical Success Metrics:

These metrics validate the stability, usability, and readiness of the SDK:

• SDK package size < 50MB (Rationale: Ensures efficient adoption by Unity developers and avoids heavy project overhead.)
• 95% first-time compile success rate after integration (Rationale: A stable SDK dramatically increases developer trust and lowers onboarding friction.)
• Full documentation coverage of all public APIs (Rationale: Documentation is a core success factor for adoption, especially for non-expert Unity users.)
• A complete online example project deployed publicly (Rationale: Demonstrates real-world usage and serves as a template for developers building SocialFi and GameFi experiences.)

2. Developer Adoption Metrics:

These ecosystem-level metrics represent early traction:

• ≥30 GitHub Stars within the first 6 months (Rationale: A widely accepted indicator of developer interest and community visibility.)
• ≥50 SDK downloads from GitHub and Unity Asset Store (Rationale: Confirms practical adoption, not just passive awareness.)
• ≥10 technical discussions or contributions from community developers (Rationale: Demonstrates that Astrvo Engine is actively used and attracts feedback for future iterations.)
• Adoption by ≥2 other Cardano projects. (Rationale: Validates the SDK as genuine shared infrastructure, not a standalone experiment.)

3. On-Chain Success Metrics:

Astrvo Engine includes CIP-30 wallet login and NFT/Token reading; on-chain measurable activity can be tracked:

• ≥500 on-chain wallet authentications from the example project (Rationale: Shows real users interacting with Cardano via a 3D DApp interface.)
• ≥200 on-chain read operations such as NFT metadata, token balances triggered via the SDK APIs (Rationale: Indicates usage of the identity component and blockchain integration features.)
• At least 2 Cardano-native 3D DApps launched using the SDK, Such as SocialFi spaces, NFT galleries, community spaces, or mini games. (Rationale: Validates the SDK’s purpose, lowering the barrier to building working 3D DApps.)

4. Community & Education Metrics:

These metrics evaluate user engagement and impact:

• 1 Developer Workshop held with more than 20 attendees (Rationale: Education ensures the SDK is accessible beyond expert Unity developers.)
• 1 SDK Demo Video with more than 500 total views (Rationale: Visibility is important for long-term adoption and onboarding efficiency.)
• Active Discord/Telegram developer channel with more than 50 early builders. (Rationale: Ensures sustained support and a feedback loop for v0.2.)

Rationale Summary:

These metrics collectively evaluate:

• Technical robustness (SDK stability, documentation quality)
• Developer adoption (downloads, stars, forks)
• Ecosystem integration (usage by Cardano projects)
• On-chain engagement (wallet logins, metadata reads)
• Community activation (workshops, discussions, video views)

All metrics are realistic because they align directly with the project scope, community size, and the expected traction of a foundational SDK in the Cardano ecosystem.

[Your Project and Solution] Solution

Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem

Astrvo Engine reduces the barrier of creating 3D DApps on Cardano by providing a fully open-source, modular Unity SDK that includes all the essential modules needed for Web3 3D applications. Instead of requiring skills in Unity, blockchain integration, networking, backend services, and UI/UX, developers can simply plug in ready-made components and focus on their ideas to build a metaverse, socialfi, or gamefi.

The solution delivers:

1. A Modular 3D Engine Built for Cardano

Astrvo Engine includes:

• CIP-30 wallet login Unity Module
• On-chain identity (balances, tokens, NFTs) Unity Module
• On-chain interaction Unity Module
• Cardano-styled UI Unity components
• Multiplayer networking via Mirror/FishNet Module
• Avatar Module: Character controller, interactions, and animations
• Tools for deploying assets to decentralized storage

2. A Complete Starter Kit for Developers

The SDK will ship with:

• A Unity SDK on GitHub and Unity Asset Store
• A fully working online 3D virtual space example
• Clear documentation (quickstart, API, best practices)
• A demo video showing how to build with the SDK

[Your Project and Solution] Impact

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

Astrvo Engine will have a significant and lasting impact on the Cardano ecosystem by lowering the technical barriers to building 3D multiplayer Dapps. Today, the Cardano ecosystem lacks shared tools, standards, and reusable infrastructure for SocialFi, GameFi, virtual events, and immersive community spaces. By delivering an open-source, modular 3D DApp engine, Astrvo Engine enables any developer, even small teams or Web2 Unity creators, to build Cardano-native 3D experiences quickly and affordably.

1. Expands the Ecosystem With New Types of Applications

By offering plug-and-play wallet login, on-chain identity, NFT integration, and multiplayer capabilities, Astrvo Engine empowers Web2/Web3 builders to create:

• 3D SocialFi platforms
• Branding spaces
• Community hubs
• NFT galleries and exhibitions
• Decentralized multiplayer games
• DAO meetings
• Educational/training environments

This broadens the diversity and creativity of applications in the Cardano ecosystem.

2. Accelerates Development and Reduces Costs

Teams no longer need to build networking systems, blockchain integrations, or character controllers from scratch.

This dramatically reduces development time from months to days, enabling more builders to participate and innovate.

3. Establishes Open-Source Standards for 3D DApps

All SDK components, examples, and documentation are released under MIT/Apache.

This fosters:

• Community collaboration
• Forking and extension by other Cardano projects
• Long-term ecosystem standardization
• A shared foundation used by multiple builders

Astrvo Engine becomes infrastructure, not just a single project.

4. Attracts Web2 Developers Into Cardano

Unity is one of the most widely used 3D engines globally.

By providing a friendly SDK that integrates directly with Cardano wallets and identity, Astrvo Engine becomes an easy entry point for:

• Game developers
• Digital artists
• Creative studios

This expands the developer base and encourages migration from traditional Web2 platforms into Cardano.

5. Enables On-Chain Engagement and Utility

With built-in wallet authentication and NFT/token metadata retrieval, the engine makes on-chain assets useful inside 3D worlds.

This increases:

• Wallet interactions
• Token/NFT usage
• On-chain activity
• Community engagement

It turns Cardano assets into functional components of immersive experiences.

6. Strengthens Cardano’s Position in Web3 Metaverse & SocialFi Innovation

While other blockchains have isolated metaverse projects, Cardano lacks a standardized 3D development foundation.

Astrvo Engine fills this gap and positions Cardano as a strong contender in Web3 3D innovation.

[Your Project and Solution] Capabilities & 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?

Our team has a strong track record of delivering high-quality immersive environments in Web2, giving us the technical foundation and production experience to deliver Astrvo reliably.

1. Proven Web2 experience in virtual space development

We have previously built multiple large-scale interactive 3D experiences, including:

• 2023 Deep Green Independent Exhibition at the Venice Architecture Biennale, Italy
• Several university digital museums and online exhibition spaces in China
• TikTok Live Virtual DJ Set and interactive streaming experiences
• Custom WebGL-based virtual showrooms and branded spaces

These projects demonstrate our ability to design, develop, and deploy visually rich, stable, and user-ready virtual worlds

2. Capability to integrate blockchain and Cardano technologies

Cardano offers a mature and stable decentralized infrastructure, including CIP-30 wallet standards, robust NFT metadata formats, and reliable on-chain identity tooling. Astrvo Engine is specifically designed to leverage these strengths by embedding Cardano-native functionality directly into a modular Unity SDK.

Our team brings deep experience in building systems that align perfectly with Cardano’s technological stack, including:

• WebGL / Unity real-time environments for interactive 3D experiences
• Multiplayer networking using Mirror and FishNet, including server deployment and synchronization
• Cardano wallet integration with CIP-30 login, signature, and on-chain identity retrieval
• NFT and Token metadata processing, including avatar assets and ownership-based permissions
• Decentralized storage workflows, such as uploading assets to Iagon or other Cardano-aligned storage services
• Backend data services (PlayFab) for account management, session handling, and analytics

These capabilities position us strongly to extend our Web2 and metaverse development skillset into a Cardano-native 3D DApp creation platform, making advanced blockchain interactions accessible through simple, plug-and-play Unity components.

3. Validate the feasibility

We will validate the feasibility and practicality of Astrvo Engine SDK v0.1 through concrete, measurable, and public deliverables:

• Delivering a working SDK MVP

• Launching a public online example space

• Running a real user event to test scalability

• Collecting measurable technical metrics

• Open-sourcing the SDK for transparency

Our technical experience, past production results, and structured delivery plan give us a strong foundation to build Astrvo Engine. By combining blockchain integration, multiplayer 3D environments, and open-source tooling, we can deliver a highly credible, transparent, and practical 3D DApp creation kit for Cardano.

[Milestones] Project Milestones

Milestone Title

Core Architecture and Base SDK Design

Milestone Outputs

Design the scalable engine architecture and complete the foundational wallet module.

Deliverables:

• Full engine architecture design document.
• Import-ready base SDK package for Unity.
• Functional wallet connector supporting Vespr / Nami / Eternl.

Acceptance Criteria

The milestone is considered successfully completed when:

1. Core Architecture Delivered

• A modular Unity project structure is created with clear separation of logic, UI, and networking.
• Folder structure, naming conventions, and dependency layout are documented.

2. Base SDK Package Published

• A Unity package (.unitypackage or UPM package) containing the base SDK is ready for import.
• Package imports into a blank Unity project with no compile errors.

3. CIP-30 Wallet Integration Functional

• Users can connect via Nami, Eternl, and Vespr inside a Unity WebGL build.
• Wallet connection returns Address/Network info/Public key or signature verification
• Function tested on at least 3 browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox).

4. Architecture and Wallet Documentation Completed

• A markdown or web-based document describing the architecture overview, wallet workflow, public API reference, and Documentation publicly accessible (GitHub/wiki).

Measurement of success:

• SDK imports cleanly (95% success).
• Wallet module passes test cases for 3 wallets × 3 browsers × 2 OS environments
• Smart contrast was deployed to the testnet/mainnet and passed a least 10 different users/scenes test sessions

Evidence of Completion

The following items will be published and verifiable:

1. GitHub Repository Update

• Public commit history showing the finalized SDK architecture.
• Base SDK package (.unitypackage / UPM) available for download.

2. Wallet Module Demo

• A WebGL demo link where reviewers can connect with Nami/Eternl/Vespr.
• Video recording demonstrating wallet connection and returned address data.

3. Documentation Files Published

• Core Architecture Overview
• Wallet Integration Guide
• API reference (markdown/docs website)

4. Testing Evidence

• Test logs showing successful CIP-30 connection on Chrome/Safari/Firefox.
• Screenshots of wallet authentication results.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

20000

Progress

20 %

Milestone Title

Component Development, User Database and Multiplayer Integration

Milestone Outputs

Build major functional components and integrate backend services.

Deliverables:

• Identity component (NFT, balance retrieval) and UI component library.
• Character controller system: movement, animation, and interaction logic.
• PlayFab integration for user data storage and room management.
• Mirror/FishNet networking integration for multiplayer synchronization and server deployment.
• Unit tests for all major components.

Acceptance Criteria

This milestone is accepted as complete when the following are delivered:

1. Identity Component Functional

• Fetches: ADA balance, native tokens, NFT metadata.
• Successfully reads on-chain metadata from at least 3 NFT policies.

2. UI Component Library Completed

• Includes wallet button, loading states, modal windows, and Cardano-style panels.
• Fully responsive and functional in WebGL.

3. Character Controller & Interaction System

• Players can walk, run, jump, rotate, and perform basic interactions.
• Animation states blend correctly and sync through the network.

4. PlayFab Backend Integrated

• Login, user data storage, room creation, and matchmaking are operational.
• Tested with ≥20 concurrent users in a simulated environment.

5. Mirror/FishNet Multiplayer Working

• Server and client prefabs included.
• Player sync, transform sync, avatar visibility, and movement are stable.
• Latency is stable under 200ms for 10+ players.

6. Unit Tests Added

• ≥20 automated tests covering wallet, identity, UI, and player logic.

7. Component Documentation Completed

• Step-by-step usage guides for each module.
• Public API reference published.

Measurement of success:

• Multiplayer test session with ≥20 users runs without critical errors.
• 90%+ of unit tests pass.
• Identity module retrieves >95% of metadata correctly across tested NFTs.
• The package library includes at least 20 Unity Prefabs with scripts and documentation

Evidence of Completion

Completion will be demonstrated by the following public deliverables:

1. Feature Branches / Commits in GitHub

• Identity component
• UI component library
• Character controller
• PlayFab integration
• Mirror / FishNet multiplayer modules
• Unit test scripts

2. Functional Demonstration Video

Video showing:

• NFT loading
• UI components
• Character movement + animation
• Multiple clients connected in multiplayer
• PlayFab user/session features

3. WebGL Test Build

• A public URL demonstrating multiplayer + identity + UI functioning together.

4. Unit Test Report

• Automated test results (screenshots or logs).
• Summary of pass/fail rates.

5. Module Documentation

• Guides for identity, UI, multiplayer, backend.
• Explained in the documentation site or Markdown files.

Delivery Month

3

Cost

50000

Progress

70 %

Milestone Title

Example Project & Documentation

Milestone Outputs

Build a complete demo and produce full developer documentation.

Deliverables:

• A fully functional online space built entirely with Astrvo Engine.
• Cardano On-chain Function Mainnet deployment.
• Developer documentation website including quickstart, API reference, and FAQs.
• A 5-minute SDK demo video.

Acceptance Criteria

1. A Fully Working Online 3D Demo Space Is Delivered

Must include:

• Wallet login
• On-chain identity display
• Multiplayer interaction (at least 5 players)
• Basic UI and navigation
• Interactive objects or environment elements

2. Public Deployment

• Demo hosted on a public URL (Netlify / Vercel / custom server).
• Cardano On-chain Function Mainnet deployment.
• Accessible on desktop + mobile browsers.

3. Developer Documentation Website Completed

• Quickstart guide
• Full API reference
• Component usage examples
• “Build & Deploy” tutorial for WebGL
• Troubleshooting section

4. SDK Demo Video (5 minutes)

• Shows importing, connecting wallet, entering multiplayer space, and basic customization.

Measurement of success:

• Community members can connect wallets and join a space in <2 minutes of onboarding.
• Documentation site available publicly with no placeholder sections.
• Example project deployed on the cloud and can be publicly accessed.
• At least 1000+ users visit the example project.
• 1000+ on-chain activities for the example project.

Evidence of Completion

Evidence includes:

1. Live Public Demo Space

• A working WebGL link where reviewers can enter the 3D world, connect a wallet, and interact.
• Screenshot(s) of users connected simultaneously.

2. GitHub Release Tag for Example Project

• Full example scene, scripts, prefabs, and build instructions included.

3. SDK Documentation Website

• Entire documentation site published (Quickstart, API Reference, Tutorials).
• Version tag for v0.1 docs.

4. Demo Video Published

• 5-minute walkthrough uploaded publicly (YouTube/Drive).
• Shows how to build something using the SDK.

5. Build & Deploy Guide

• Step-by-step deployment tutorial included in documentation.

6. User Report

• A report of DAU,MAU and on-chain verification and transactions.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

20000

Progress

90 %

Milestone Title

SDK Release, Community Promotion and Early Adopter Support

Milestone Outputs

Release SDK v0.1 and promote community adoption.

Deliverables:

• Publish SDK v0.1 on GitHub, Unity Asset Store, and Cardano community channels.
• Host an online developer workshop.
• Collect early user feedback and prepare the roadmap for v0.2.
• A Risk Management/Fall back Plan

Acceptance Criteria

This milestone is accepted when:

1. SDK v0.1 Released Publicly

• GitHub repo published with versioned release.
• MIT or Apache-2.0 license included.
• Unity Asset Store submission.

2. Workshop Conducted

• At least 1 live developer workshop completed.
• Recording published for asynchronous access.
• ≥20 attendees or ≥100 replay views.

3. Early Adopter Feedback Collected

• At least 10 feedback entries collected (GitHub issues, forms, comments).
• Feedback synthesized into a public v0.2 roadmap.

4. Community Testing and Verification

• At least 2 external developers or teams install the SDK and run the demo successfully.
• At least 1 Cardano project experiments with or tests integration.

5. Fallback Document

• A fallback implementation using local simulation environment and offline wallet signer will be used if browser-based CIP-30 login encounters compatibility issues. Multiplayer sync also includes single-player fallback mode for deterministic verification.

Measurement of success:

• GitHub ≥50 stars and 10+ issues in first release cycle (optional stretch goal).
• SDK downloaded ≥50 times within release month.

Evidence of Completion

1. Public SDK Release

• GitHub v0.1 release page with downloadable package.
• MIT/Apache license included.
• Unity Asset Store submission link or screenshot.

2. Developer Workshop Materials

• A recording of the workshop has been uploaded publicly.
• Slides, sample projects, and Q&A notes.

3. Community Feedback Summary

• Screenshots of GitHub issues / Discord feedback/forms.
• A compiled “Feedback Report” document.
• Published roadmap for v0.2.

4. External Adoption Proof

• At least two independent developers confirm they tested the SDK.
• Screenshots, short videos, or testimonials.

5. Fallback Document

• A fallback Plan and report with Cardano mainnet test

6. Usage Metrics

• GitHub stars, downloads, traffic analytics.
• WebGL demo user count screenshots.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

10000

Progress

100 %

[Final Pitch] Budget & Costs

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Requested funding: ₳100,000

• Core Engine & SDK Development (50% - ₳50,000): Hire Unity + blockchain engineers, develop architecture, core modules, and performance optimization
• Documentation & Example Project (20% - ₳25,000): Technical writing, tutorial creation, and Example project development
• Infrastructure & CI/CD (20% - ₳20,000): GitHub Actions, documentation hosting, backend services, server management
• Community Growth & Dev Relations (10% - ₳10,000): Workshops, tutorial videos, technical Q&A

[Final Pitch] Value for Money

How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?

Astrvo Engine delivers strong value for the Cardano ecosystem by producing open-source infrastructure that can be reused indefinitely by developers, projects, and communities. Instead of funding a single application, this proposal funds a foundational 3D development toolkit that lowers costs for dozens of future Cardano projects. The requested budget (₳100,000) directly supports engineering work, documentation, multiplayer network development, and community onboarding, areas that require specialized expertise but produce long-term ecosystem benefits.

1. High Leverage: One SDK to Many Future Projects

Without the Astrvo Engine, teams must individually build wallet integration, multiplayer systems, character controllers, UI frameworks, on-chain identity, and decentralized storage logic.

This typically costs $80K–$200K per project in Web3 gaming and metaverse development.

Astrvo Engine eliminates that duplication by providing:

• Plug-and-play wallet & identity modules
• Ready for multiplayer networking
• 3D UI systems
• Full documentation and example space

Astrvo Engine centralizes all of this into a single MIT-licensed SDK, reducing:

• 60–70% development time
• $80K–$200K cost per project
• 3–6 months of engineering effort

If 10 projects use the SDK, Cardano gains $1M–$2M in saved development cost.

2. A True Infrastructure Investment

Astrvo Engine establishes reusable standards for:

• 3D asset workflows
• Multiplayer sync protocols
• On-chain identity & NFT gating
• UI/UX frameworks
• Decentralized storage access

We estimate the SDK can support at least：

• 20–40 Cardano 3D metaverse/virtual space projects over the next 2 years
• 50+ developers who use Unity globally are entering Web3
• 50K–200K users interacting with Cardano-based virtual spaces

This positions Cardano as one of the few chains with a ready-to-use 3D development stack.

3. Open-Source Licensing Maximizes Community Benefit

All SDK code, examples, documentation, and tools will be released under MIT/Apache, enabling:

• Unlimited reuse across the ecosystem
• Forking and extension by other developers
• Zero licensing cost
• Long-term public ownership

The community gets permanent access to all deliverables at no ongoing cost.

4. Expert Engineering at a Reasonable Budget

The budget is allocated responsibly:

• 50% for Unity + blockchain engineering (most technically demanding work)
• 25% for multiplayer, backend, and CI/CD infrastructure
• 15% for documentation and example spaces
• 10% for workshops, adoption support, and developer onboarding

Building a full 3D engine with wallet login, NFT logic, decentralized storage integration, multiplayer sync, and backend management would cost far more in traditional industry settings. This proposal offers enterprise-level development at a fraction of the typical market cost.

5. Long-Term Ecosystem Growth and Developer Expansion

By enabling any Unity or Web2 developer to build on Cardano in days instead of months, the SDK:

• Increases builder participation
• Encourages new SocialFi/GameFi projects
• Brings external game developers into the ecosystem
• Expands on-chain utility for NFTs and tokens
• Supports community events and virtual spaces

By lowering technical barriers, Astrvo Engine aims to produce measurable adoption:

• 100+ GitHub stars in first 6 months
• 200–400 SDK downloads
• 5+ Cardano projects integrating or forking the SDK
• 500–2,000 unique users entering the demo worlds
• 50+ developers attending workshops
• 60% reduction in development cycle for 3D DApps
• 3× faster prototype-to-launch timeline for new SocialFi/GameFi projects

Each new project built using the Astrvo Engine multiplies the impact of the original funding.

6. Measurable ROI with Transparency

The project provides measurable, verifiable outputs:

• 1 full Unity SDK v0.1on Github and Unity Asset Store
• 5+ major modules (wallet, identity, UI, avatar, multiplayer, storage)
• 1 fully playable WebGL 3D space
• 20+ unit tests
• 20–30 API documentation pages
• 1 public workshop
• 1 detailed v0.2 roadmap
• 100% open GitHub transparency

These ensure Catalyst funds are used effectively with clear, measurable outcomes.

Future Plan:

Future 1: More Modules & Advanced Features

• On-chain voting components
• NFT marketplace & trading systems
• DeFi interaction widgets
• DAO governance dashboard
• More templates for game worlds, brand activations, exhibitions, conferences, training spaces, etc.

Future 2: Visual Space Editor

• A graphical drag-and-drop editor for creating 3D spaces
• AI-generated 2D/3D assets for non-technical creators
• No-code authoring of interactive logic

Future 3: Decentralized Networking Integration

• Gradually replace Mirror/FishNet/PlayFab with decentralized P2P solutions
• Move toward a fully decentralized 3D metaverse infrastructure for Cardano

In summary:

Astrvo Engine provides exceptional value for money by producing open-source, reusable 3D infrastructure that empowers the entire Cardano ecosystem. The cost of development is small compared to the long-term benefits of enabling many future SocialFi, GameFi, virtual event, and immersive community projects. The SDK significantly lowers development cost, accelerates innovation, and strengthens Cardano’s position in the Web3 3D landscape at a highly efficient budget. With 20-40 projects expected to adopt Astrvo Engine, total ecosystem savings reach $3M–$6M in avoided duplicated development cost.

[Self-Assessment] Self-Assessment Checklist

I confirm that evidence of prior research, whitepaper, design, or proof-of-concept is provided.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal includes ecosystem research and uses the findings to either (a) justify its uniqueness over existing solutions or (b) demonstrate the value of its novel approach.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal demonstrates technical capability via verifiable in-house talent or a confirmed development partner (GitHub, LinkedIn, portfolio, etc.)

Yes

I confirm that the proposer and all team members are in good standing with prior Catalyst projects.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal clearly defines the problem and the value of the on-chain utility.

Yes

I confirm that the primary goal of the proposal is a working prototype deployed on at least a Cardano testnet.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal outlines a credible and clear technical plan and architecture.

Yes

I confirm that the budget and timeline (≤ 12 months) are realistic for the proposed work.

Yes

I confirm that the proposal includes a community engagement and feedback plan to amplify prototype adoption with the Cardano ecosystem.

Yes

I confirm that the budget is for future development only; excludes retroactive funding, incentives, giveaways, re-granting, or sub-treasuries.

Yes

[Required Acknowledgements] Consent & Confirmation

I Agree

Yes