Section 1. Main information:
Project Name: Epic Multiplayer Tank Battles on NEAR (TANK)
Project URL: www.PipeFlare.io
Project’s Public Github: N/A
Project’s X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/pipeflare
Discord Server Address: PipeFlare
Section 2. Game information:
About The Game: TANK on NEAR is a multiplayer tank battle game that leverages the NEAR blockchain to provide players with a unique and engaging gaming experience. The game features different tank types, levels, and bullet types, with the added benefits of NEAR wallet integration, tank skins with varying base stats, in-game power-ups, and NFT integration.
Briefly Describe your project: The objective of this proposal is to create a multiplayer tank game using the NEAR blockchain over a period of two months. The first month version of the game features one tank type, two levels, and three bullet types. The proposed enhancements for June will improve the gameplay experience, introduce new features, and leverage the benefits of the NEAR blockchain.
What is the USP (unique selling point) of your game?: The unique selling points of TANK include the integration of the NEAR wallet, allowing players to connect their NEAR wallets to the the game, purchase items with tokens, the introduction of tank skins with different base stats, in-game power-ups, and the ability for players to import Tank NFTs purchased on PipeFlare’s NFT marketplace.
How does your game align with the NDC and Gaming WG KPIs?: TANK on NEAR aligns with the NDC and Gaming WG KPIs by promoting the adoption of the NEAR blockchain in the gaming industry, providing a fun and engaging gaming experience that showcases the benefits of blockchain technology, and encouraging players to interact with the NEAR ecosystem through wallet integration and token rewards.
Please Describe Your User Demographic:
Actual Data: Our current users are mostly Web3 savvy males aged 18+ who are actively looking for games using blockchain. They are interested in exploring new chains and new technology
Predicted Data: We predict that TANK on NEAR will appeal to a wide range of gamers, particularly those interested in multiplayer combat games and blockchain gaming. We expect a diverse user base in terms of age, gender, and geographic location.
What is your Tech Stack? We will be using Unity for the game and NEAR for the blockchain
Section 3. Status of the Project:
What is the status of your project? We are currently working on Month 1 of the game, which will have two levels, and 3 bullet types, and around 5 skins to choose from.
In case your game is not launched yet, what is the current state and when is the launch planned?: The current state of TANK on NEAR is pre-MVP, with a planned launch date of [Insert launch date] following the successful completion of the two-month development roadmap.
What is the financial status of your project? PipeFlare has been building games for 3 years and we are a fully funded company.
Section 4. Team
About Your Team: Pipeline Game Development is led by seasoned professionals in gaming and blockchain technology, dedicated to delivering a high-quality gaming experience.
How many Team Members are working on the project: 16
Please Tell Us About Your Development and Marketing Team:
Our development team consists of six experienced professionals, led by a senior game developer with over 10 years of industry experience. The team includes a lead programmer specializing in Unity and blockchain integration, a 3D artist with 7 years of experience creating immersive game assets, a UI/UX designer ensuring seamless player experiences, a backend developer managing robust infrastructure, and a QA engineer ensuring a polished and bug-free game.
Please Tell Us About Your Marketing / Community Building Team:
Our marketing and community building team consists of three passionate individuals. The marketing manager, with 8 years of experience, develops strategic campaigns to reach our target audience. The social media specialist, with 5 years of experience, engages with our community across various channels, fostering a positive environment. The community manager, with 4 years of experience, actively listens to player feedback, addresses concerns, and organizes events to keep players engaged. The team works closely with the development team to ensure Tank Battles on NEAR reaches a wide audience and maintains a thriving community.
Section 5. Support
What Kind Of Support Is Needed? [We need marketing and awareness support, as well as funding to build the game. The more exposure we have to social media and influencers, the better]
Section 6. Grants:
Grant Amount Requested: $10,000
Please provide a budget breakdown and Roadmap & Milestones:
Month 2:
Milestone 1: Expanded Game Level (20% of the monthly budget)
Design and develop 1 additional game level with unique environments and challenges
Optimize level design to ensure smooth gameplay and balanced difficulty
Cost: 2,000
Milestone 2: Leaderboard and Achievements (30% of the monthly budget)
Implement a global leaderboard system to showcase top players and their scores
Introduce an achievement system with rewards for completing specific challenges
Cost: 3,000
Milestone 3: NEAR Token Rewards and NFT Integration (40% of the monthly budget)
Develop a reward system where players can earn NEAR tokens based on their performance and achievements. Implement a feature allowing users to connect their wallet and import Tank NFTs they buy on the PipeFlare Marketplace.
Cost: 4,000
Milestone 4: Testing, Bug Fixing, and Optimization (10% of the monthly budget)
Conduct thorough testing to identify and resolve any bugs or glitches
Optimize the game’s performance to ensure smooth gameplay across different devices
Cost: 1,000
Have you applied for any other funding programs so far? [This is our first grant from the Gaming DAO]
Section 7. NEAR integration
Will the game be NEAR exclusive or is it planned to integrate other chains or a web2 version?: [This will be exclusive to NEAR]