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dot.Gaming + HOTDOG: The Collision of Metaverse and Gaming

Founded in 2018, HOTDOG is the first metaverse digital technology company in China, which is dedicated to providing a wide range of metaverse-related products, including metaverse space, digital virtual characters, virtual scenes, digital products, and fashion e-commerce IPs.

In 2023, a company called dot.Gaming established a strategic partnership with HOTDOG and received a seed round of investment from HOTDOG. dot.Gaming is a newly established game development studio which is dedicated to utilizing technologies such as metaverse, NFT and virtual reality to create immersive, multi-dimensional gaming experiences in order to bring the magic of virtual worlds Gaming hopes to collaborate with H.E.A.S.S. in the development of the game.

Gaming hopes to work with HOTDOG to create a game distribution platform. Gaming hopes to work with HOTDOG to create a game distribution platform that will distribute games for Web2 and Web3 developers, similar to Steam, and in addition to the game distribution platform, dot.Gaming will launch self-developed games and introduce elements such as a user identity system (DIDs and domain names), a task center, an NFT marketplace, a launching platform, and the ChatGPT assistant, in order to provide players with a full range of gaming experiences and interactions. Gaming's first game developed by dot.

The first game developed by dot.Gaming is Sailwars, a strategy game based on the Clash of Kings model. A Beta version is expected to be released at the end of July. dot.Gaming plans to release Sailwars for iOS and Android in the fourth quarter of 2023. Gaming plans to officially release Sailwars for iOS and Android in Q4 2023. In addition, it plans to partner with Coin NFT by the end of August 2023 for in-game NFT sales.

Through these collaborations and innovations, dot.Gaming will strive to build an ONE Gaming ecosystem to achieve the goals of resource sharing, connected social systems and cross-game incentives.

Main Product - Sailwars

Sailwars is a Web3 NFT game with innovative gameplay and technology. It combines elements of SLG strategic warfare, simulation, multi-mode combat, and NFT to provide players with a vast medieval marine world.

In Sailwars, players can build and upgrade their own empire and engage in exciting naval battles and alliances. Set in the medieval period, players will explore the wide open sea, upgrade their characters and fleets, collect resources, build cities, and develop technology for a comprehensive and immersive strategy gaming experience.

One of the core features of this game is the opportunity for players to build and command their own navy and expand their power by conquering other players and resources. Players can interact with other players by collecting or looting their resources, forming alliances or exchanging assets. Upgrading heroes, buildings and ships increases player power, while players can also earn rewards by selling assets such as minerals, heroes, ships, blueprints and buildings.

In addition to player interactions, the game features a variety of non-player characters (NPCs) to provide players with an immersive interactive experience and rich mission rewards. Additionally, the use of artificial intelligence technology allows the game to be automated and intelligent, which will greatly increase the efficiency and playability of the game.

Sailwars aims to create a compelling and immersive Web3 gaming experience with innovative gameplay, diverse elements and flexible use of NFT.

Game Modes

Sailwars is a creative naval game that offers players a wide variety of gameplay and challenges. Players can take on the role of a captain in a virtual sea world, build their own empire and command a powerful navy.

In terms of game mechanics, Sailwars offers a variety of game modes for players to participate in, including PVE, PVP and Alliance modes.

1、PVE Mode

In PVE mode, players can fight against online or offline players or NPCs and get different rewards according to the mission difficulty. Players can loot the resources of offline players or NPCs, but killed heroes will lose their defense buildings and durability.

2、PVP Mode

In PVP mode, players can intercept resources from offline players, but can avoid being looted by paying 20% ransom. The winner can get resources from the losing player and increase reputation and points for upgrading their assets.

3. Alliance Mode

In Alliance Mode, players can join or create alliances in the form of DAOs to build powerful naval armies. Alliances compete with each other to expand their territories, and alliance members can support each other to increase their combat power. The strongest alliance will participate in the final single battle.

4、Character creation and customization

Character creation and customization is also an important part of the game mechanics. Players need to choose a character and customize the appearance, including elements such as gender, hairstyle and clothing. Players can also choose a name for the character, which will be displayed in the game. Initially created characters can be used for free, but to further upgrade the character, players will need to purchase NFTs.

5、Resource Collection

Resource gathering is an important part of the Sailwars game. Players need to gather and manage basic resources such as wood, food, iron, and gold to keep the empire running and developing. Players can obtain resources by constructing resource exporting buildings, occupying resource points in the sea, and trading with other players.

6、Technology Research

Technology research is also the key to building a successful empire. Players can research technologies to enhance the combat power of their cities and fleets. Technologies include shipbuilding technology, construction technology, military technology, economic technology and diplomatic technology.

7、Social Interaction

Sailwars also offers social interaction. Players can chat, team up, trade and share game experience with other players. In Alliance Mode, players can make strategic plans with alliance members and participate in activities and events within the alliance.

In addition to the above, Sailwars is constantly updating and adding new content and features to keep the game fresh and fun. Players can expect more quests, events, equipment and maps to be added to make the gaming experience richer and more diverse.

Token Economy

Sailwars' in-game tokens are called $SWT and can be earned by playing the game or purchased with real-world currency. $SWT can be used to purchase new ships, upgrade existing ships, and participate in tournaments and other community events. It can also be traded on the secondary market.

With an initial supply of 18 billion $SWT (unlimited supply), $SWT has a wealth of use cases within the game.

1. Token Acquisition

1) PVP top 100 quarterly rewards (the top 100 PVP players after each season will be able to get $SWT rewards)

2) GVG Weekly Ranking Top 10 DAOs (GVG Weekly Ranking Top 10 DAOs will be able to get $SWT reward)

3) Top 10 DAOs in GVG Seasonal Tournaments (the top 10 DAOs in GVG Seasonal Tournaments held throughout the year, such as Christmas, will be awarded $SWT)

4) Activities (Users can get $SWT rewards by participating in regular activities)

2. Token Consumption

1）NFT Merger

Players can spend $SWT to merge two NFTs together to create a new NFT with more valuable attributes. The new NFT will have a higher monetary value and a higher probability of winning on the battlefield.

2）NFT Casting

Players can cast a new NFT by spending $SWT.

3）NFT Upgrade

Players can upgrade their NFTs by spending $SWT.

4）NFT Pledge (for VIP)

Players with VIP level can pledge their NFTs by spending $SWT to gain tokens.

Conclusion

The cooperation between HOTDOG and dot.Gaming represents, to a certain extent, the integration and development of the metaverse and the gaming industry. As an extension of the virtual world, the metaverse will bring players a more immersive and multi-dimensional gaming experience. Through the integration of meta-universe technology, NFT and virtual reality and other innovative elements, the game Sailwars was born.

At present, the concept of metaverse has become the focus of global attention, and all industries are exploring how to utilize this technology to create more value and innovation.

With the development of metaverse, we can expect more exciting gaming experiences and unlimited innovations. Not only limited to the gaming field, Metaverse will also penetrate other fields, such as education, socialization, business and so on. We are standing in an era full of opportunities and challenges, and Metaverse is bound to change the way we interact with the virtual world and bring us richer and more diverse experiences.