Section 1. Main information:
Project Name: Aurora Space Invasion Growth Hacking
Project URL: www.PipeFlare.io
Project’s Public Github: N/A
Project’s X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/pipeflare
Discord Server Address: Discord
Section 2. Game information:
About The Game: Aurora Space Invasion is a space shooter game where players control a ship to kill enemies and collect tokens as the enemies die. The game features two ship skins, each with a unique “power-up” that can be used during gameplay to boost attack power, but with limited use and a cooldown period. Players can use the collected tokens to upgrade their ship’s health, damage, and attack speed. The game also includes a leaderboard where players can see the top scores of other players.
Briefly Describe your project: The objective of this proposal is to greatly improve the current MVP of the space shooter game over a period of two months. The game will feature new ship skins, upgradeable stats using collected tokens, unique power-ups for each ship, and an improved leaderboard system. The proposed enhancements aim to improve the gameplay experience, introduce new features, and leverage the benefits of the Aurora blockchain.
What is the USP (unique selling point) of your game?: The unique selling points of Space Shooter on Aurora include the integration of the Aurora wallet, allowing players to connect their Aurora wallets to the game, purchase items with tokens, the introduction of ship skins with different base stats and unique power-ups, and the ability for players to see and compete for top scores on the leaderboard.
How does your game align with the NDC and Gaming WG KPIs?: Space Shooter on Aurora aligns with the NDC and Gaming WG KPIs by promoting the adoption of the Aurora 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 Aurora ecosystem through wallet integration and token rewards.
Please Describe Your User Demographic:
- Actual Data: Our existing user base primarily consists of blockchain-savvy male gamers aged 18 and above, who actively seek out games that incorporate blockchain technology. They have a keen interest in exploring new chains and innovative gaming experiences.
- Predicted Data: Based on market trends and our game’s appeal, we anticipate that Space Shooter on Aurora will attract a broad spectrum of gamers, with a focus on those who enjoy space shooter games and have an interest in blockchain gaming. We expect our user base to be diverse, spanning different age groups, genders, and geographical locations.
What is your Tech Stack? We will be using Unity for the game and Aurora for the blockchain integration.
Section 3. Status of the Project:
What is the status of your project? We currently have an MVP of the game itself with two ship skins and basic gameplay mechanics. The game is already fun, but we will make it even better with proper funding and a blockchain integration. You can find the MVP of the game here: SIMMER.io
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 talented development team is composed of six skilled individuals, spearheaded by a senior game developer with over a decade of industry expertise. The team boasts a lead programmer well-versed in Unity and blockchain integration, a 3D artist with 7 years of experience crafting immersive game assets, a UI/UX designer dedicated to creating seamless player experiences, a backend developer adept at managing robust infrastructure, and a QA engineer committed to delivering a polished and bug-free game.
Please Tell Us About Your Marketing / Community Building Team:
Our marketing and community building team is made up of three dedicated professionals. The marketing manager, boasting 8 years of experience, crafts strategic campaigns to effectively reach our target audience. The social media specialist, with 5 years of expertise, fosters a positive environment by engaging with our community across various platforms. The community manager, possessing 4 years of experience, diligently listens to player feedback, resolves concerns, and organizes events to maintain player engagement. This team collaborates closely with the development team to ensure Space Shooter on Aurora reaches a wide audience and cultivates a thriving community.
Section 5. Support
What Kind Of Support Is Needed? To successfully develop and launch Space Shooter on Aurora, we require support in various areas. Marketing and promotional assistance are crucial to increase awareness and attract players to our game. Additionally, financial support through funding is essential to enable us to allocate the necessary resources and talent to bring the game to fruition. The more visibility we can gain through social media platforms and partnerships with influencers, the better positioned we will be to create a successful and engaging gaming experience.
Section 6. Grants:
Grant Amount Requested: $10,000 month 1 / $10,000 month 2
Please provide a budget breakdown and Roadmap & Milestones:
Month 1:
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Milestone 1: Additional Skins and Ship Upgrades (30% of the monthly budget)
- Develop and integrate 3 new skins with unique designs and base stats
- Expand the upgrade system to include 1 additional option (Shield or Power-Up Strength)
- Cost: 3,000
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Milestone 2: Enhanced Power-Ups (20% of the monthly budget)
- Introduce 2 new in-game power-ups with unique effects (Invincibility and Time Slow)
- Cost: 2,000
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Milestone 3: Blockchain Integration with Aurora Pass - Part 1 (50% of the monthly budget)
- Begin development of 2 special weapons and 1 exclusive chest that require the Aurora Pass wallet and signed transactions
- Implement a basic system for earning Aurora Pass tokens, with 2 ways to earn tokens and 1 exclusive feature unlocked by tokens
- Cost: 5,000
Month 1 Total Cost: 10,000
Month 2:
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Milestone 1: Boss Battles and Daily Login Rewards (20% of the monthly budget)
- Design and implement 1 challenging boss encounter with unique attack patterns and rewards
- Create a system for daily login rewards and corresponding rewards (7 days)
- Cost: 2,000
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Milestone 2: Leaderboard Enhancements (20% of the monthly budget)
- Expand the leaderboard system to include 2 categories (overall high scores and weekly/monthly top performers)
- Cost: 2,000
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Milestone 3: Blockchain Integration with Aurora Pass - Part 2 (50% of the monthly budget)
- Complete the integration of the Aurora Pass wallet and ensure seamless blockchain transactions
- Create a daily reward spin - you need to sign the transaction to spin the wheel, generating more transactions
- Finalize the implementation of 1 exclusive skin unlocked by Aurora tokens
- Cost: 5,000
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Milestone 4: Polishing, Bug Fixing, and Testing (10% of the monthly budget)
- Allocate time for thorough testing, bug fixing, and polishing of the implemented features
- Conduct 1 round of testing and bug fixing to ensure a smooth and stable gaming experience across all components
- Cost: 1,000
Month 2 Total Cost: 10,000
Total Project Cost: 20,000
Have you applied for any other funding programs so far? This is our second grant from the Gaming DAO.
Section 7. Aurora integration
Will the game be Aurora exclusive or is it planned to integrate other chains or a web2 version?: This will be exclusive to Aurora.