{"signature": "0x1fc8c48f2d9d6bfd3ed024335bb70c30609a20394f962cfbefaff5a74f2f9a7b35e80dce7c013ab9dc6f0bbdc03ee6cb8163f64e7fed899167eee8502eb1dcd11b", "application": {"round": "0xf31b4a3a742b4d5611cac6542aa0f96493b0b3d0", "answers": [{"type": "email", "answer": "jomari.peterson@gmail.com", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "jomarip", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram Handle", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "link", "answer": "https://discord.gg/tHeHVsbVXh", "hidden": true, "question": "What is your project's public community chat link?", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "$400k from Gen1 Hatchy Pocket sales in 2021\n$25k from Avalabs/Foundation\n$50k over the counter token sale\n$60k angel\n$300k from Founder Sols\n", "hidden": true, "question": "What funding sources have you secured to date?", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Confirm that you have read and agree to comply with the ethical standards and Gitcoin's Quid Pro Quo Policy (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/gitcoin-grants/general-questions/what-is-our-quid-pro-quo-policy)", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Create engaging gaming experiences built on Avalanche", "hidden": true, "question": "Which of the listed gaming focus areas does your project primarily address?", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Unique Value for the Avalanche Gaming Ecosystem\n\nHatchyverse creates unique value by merging a rich, decentralized IP with live, engaging games that empower both players and developers to create a robust virtuous ecosystem:\n\n- **Decentralized IP & Generous Licensing:**  \n  Our ecosystem is built on a decentralized intellectual property, offering robust assets and lore that provide developers with unparalleled access to high-quality content. With a licensing model that charges approximately 10% royalties after the first $300K in revenue, we remove traditional barriers, encouraging a wide range of developers to build on our platform and fueling rapid brand expansion.\n\n- **Integrated On-Chain Rewards and Asset Ownership:**  \n  Games like Hatchy Arcania incorporate on-chain storage for equipment and rewards, ensuring true digital ownership and transparency. In addition, the ownership of assets cn provided in-game benefits such as additional characters or skin that would have to be earned by free to play gamers. This not only enhances player engagement but also creates a more resilient, community-driven economy on Avalanche. \n\n- **Synergy Across Multiple Platforms:**  \n  By uniting mobile and PC gaming experiences within a single ecosystem, Hatchyverse leverages cross-platform interactions to drive community engagement and user retention. Our decentralized framework ensures that as the ecosystem grows, every participant benefits from shared success and robust infrastructure. The ability for gamers to access digital assets that are transferable between experiences is very powerful. It can increase the depth and retention across the brand by providing a more rewarding experience.\n", "hidden": true, "question": "How does your game create unique value for the Avalanche gaming ecosystem?", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Current Development Status and Playable Demo Availability\n\nOur development efforts are well underway across multiple flagship titles:\n\n- **Hatchy Rampage:**  \n  A top-down, rogue-lite survival shooter currently available on both iOS (testflight) and Android (beta testing). In this game, players control Hatchies in fast-paced survival challenges. Hatchy Rampage is scheduled for a relaunch that will integrate directly with our new Avalanche L1 infrastructure, enhancing gameplay with on-chain features and improved performance.\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU0EgRh2BCs\n\n- **Hatchy Arcania:**  \n  A mobile MOBA that places you in the role of a Hatchy Master's Avatar, battling for dominance in a competitive arena. Equipment and rewards earned in Hatchy Arcania are saved on-chain, providing true asset ownership and deeper strategic gameplay. Like Hatchy Rampage, Hatchy Arcania is accessible on both iOS (testFlight) and Android (beta testing) and is poised for a relaunch aligned with our L1 deployment.\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqpTGz2Hrec\n\n- **Ruins of Majika:**  \n  A PC game available on Steam that is currently live and accessible to players. This title adds another dimension to our ecosystem by offering a rich, immersive experience that complements our mobile offerings. This is a tower defense survival game in a world filled with Hatchy creature\nhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1902640/Ruins_of_Majika/", "hidden": true, "question": "What is your current development status and playable demo availability?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Player Acquisition and Retention Strategy\n\n### Acquisition Strategy\n- **Low-Cost, Data-Driven Advertising:**  \n  We have demonstrated the ability to acquire users cost-effectively, achieving user acquisition costs as low as **1¢ per user** via targeted Google Ads campaigns. Our store listings convert at rates between **30-50%**, proving our messaging resonates with potential players.\n\n- **Referral and Virality:**  \n  Our strategy leverages a strong referral component, where each new user can bring in additional users at an effective cost reduction (e.g., a 20% referral rate can lower overall acquisition costs). This organic approach complements our paid efforts, enhancing market penetration.\n\n- **Cross-Platform Exposure:**  \n  With flagship titles already accessible on iOS, Android, and PC, we tap into diverse player bases. The multi-channel presence not only boosts initial acquisition but also creates cross-promotional opportunities between games.\n\n### Retention Strategy\n- **Engaging, Cross-Game Incentives:**  \n  Our games are built around the idea of digital collectibles that transcend individual titles. For example, players earn **Hatchy Master Avatars, loot boxes, and exclusive equipment** that have utility across experiences like Hatchy Arcania, Hatchy Rampage, Hatchy Go, and our upcoming serverless MMO. This interconnectivity encourages players to remain engaged across multiple touchpoints within our ecosystem.\n\n- **Proven Retention Metrics with Growth Potential:**  \n  In our open testing phase for Hatchy Rampage, we observed:\n  - **26% Day 1 retention** (without additional incentives)\n  - **8% Day 7 retention**\n  \n  These numbers are promising for early-stage testing. With upcoming enhancements—such as dynamic leaderboards, on-chain rewards, and additional in-game perks—the retention rates are expected to improve significantly.\n\n- **Engaging Game Mechanics and Frequent Play:**  \n  Players currently average about **15 minutes per session** and return to the app **2-3 times daily**. Our design focuses on quick, engaging gameplay that hooks players early and sustains their interest through continuous content updates and competitive features like leaderboards and special events.\n\n- **In-Game Rewards and Ecosystem Benefits:**  \n  In games like Hatchy Arcania, where equipment and rewards are saved on-chain, players have tangible proof of their achievements. This blockchain-backed asset ownership not only increases player loyalty but also fosters a community-driven economy that continuously feeds back into the ecosystem.\n\n### Overall Impact\nBy combining a traditional, data-backed acquisition strategy with innovative, blockchain-enabled retention mechanics, Hatchyverse creates a compelling loop of user growth and sustained engagement. Our strategy is designed to capture mindshare in a competitive landscape and drive mass onboarding, setting the stage for a dynamic, thriving community on Avalanche.\n", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your player acquisition and retention strategy.", "questionId": 8}], "project": {"id": "0x90d69d7cecf7e76112ed52712e503a2f9bc35c5651a6321b46a3c05a263c2ca2", "title": "Hatchyverse", "logoImg": "bafkreiecovppq262m6br5n5nnaouzgy3hy3mvi7givjumvraqhkgzmxo34", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreihhcgiga7hng5rxsnuwmxr4uq5agilpsqnil2ias7vq3bk3delchq", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://www.hatchyverse.com", "bannerImg": "bafkreigkfxq4jtuejm6yrzklllvcq4dtvyqvhhpoelqk25w45xwsabe4sq", "createdAt": 1740030443849, "userGithub": "jomarip", "credentials": {}, "description": "# Hatchyverse\n\nHatchyverse is an innovative expression of a community-driven gaming ecosystem built on the premise of a ***decentralized intellectual property (IP)*** and open-source development. Our vision is to transform co-creation by dramatically lowering production barriers, providing high-quality assets, and empowering content creators with state-of-the-art infrastructure and tooling. Our experience spans not only building a rich ***library of assets worth over $1 million*** and innovative AI tools but also pioneering early blockchain integrations on Avalanche. For instance, our HatchyPocket team partnered with Cryptoseals—one of the first NFT collection mints on the Avalanche C-Chain—to launch a dedicated subnet (now known as an L1) for the project \"Summoners on Chain.\" This early initiative, which even saw a public alpha on the Swimmer Network, provided invaluable insights into the potential and challenges of L1 (formerly Subnet) deployments, reinforcing the need for our own robust infrastructure.\n\n## What We’ve Built\n\n### A Rich, Interconnected IP Universe\nOver the years, we’ve assembled a comprehensive library of game assets valued at over $1M, including detailed lore, art, and character designs that form the backbone of our expansive world. Our IP—featuring a vibrant cast of characters and a meticulously crafted universe—has already spurred community engagement and inspired multiple gaming products.\n\n### Innovative AI Tool Suite\nWe are in the midst of developing cutting-edge tools like the **Hatchy Lore Bot**, **Hatchy Art Bot**, and **Game Dev AI Agent**. These tools not only streamline the creative process but also ensure consistency and high-quality output across narrative, visual art, and code, further reducing the time and cost required to bring gaming visions to life.\n\n### Pioneering Blockchain Integration\nOur collaboration with Cryptoseals on Summoners on Chain showcased our ability to execute complex blockchain projects on Avalanche. This subnet initiative—lauded for its innovative gameplay design, rich world-building, and robust engagement features—demonstrated our expertise in deploying and managing subnets. Although the public alpha on the Swimmer Network eventually folded, the lessons learned underscored the vital importance of owning a dedicated, scalable home to support the breadth of projects within our ecosystem.\n\n### Proven Community Impact\nOur approach is designed to democratize game development, allowing creators from all backgrounds to contribute and thrive within the ecosystem. The open-source nature of our assets and tools fosters collaboration and continuous innovation, driving value back to the community.\n\n## The Impact and Vision for Avalanche\n\nTo build on our success and further catalyze growth, we are focusing on establishing a robust Avalanche L1 infrastructure as our first priority. By deploying a network of incentivized validator nodes, we will ensure a secure, scalable, and high-performance foundation for all subsequent gaming and social experiences on Avalanche. This critical infrastructure will:\n\n- **Enhance Network Security and Scalability:**  \n  With a minimum of 15 high-performance validator nodes, our decentralized L1 network will guarantee superior uptime and data integrity, creating a stable base for the growing Hatchyverse ecosystem.\n\n- **Accelerate Game Development and User Adoption:**  \n  A resilient Avalanche network enables seamless integration of our AI tools and assets, empowering developers to build engaging gaming experiences faster and more cost-effectively. This, in turn, drives increased user adoption and fuels the overall growth of the Avalanche gaming community.\n\n- **Foster a Thriving Community Ecosystem:**  \n  Our model emphasizes transparency, community governance, and shared value creation. By engaging token holders and developers alike, we create a positive feedback loop where success and innovation are collectively driven, ensuring long-term sustainability and evolution of the ecosystem.\n\n## Competitive Landscape and Market Opportunity\n\n*Star Wars*, *Magic the Gathering*, *Pokemon*, *Marvel*, *Digimon*, and other iconic brands have set a high benchmark in the gaming industry.However, their centralized models present barriers to innovation and community engagement. Hatchyverse offers a unique value proposition through a decentralized approach that combines robust licensing, streamlined onboarding, and integrated AI tools. This strategy not only democratizes game development but also positions us to capture significant market share, enabling mass onboarding and unlocking substantial revenue generation potential. By providing enhanced access and support, we can drive a new era of growth and innovation in the gaming ecosystem on Avalanche.", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "HatchyPocketOfficial", "projectTwitter": "hatchyverse"}, "recipient": "0xeda0739B9A1f0E2258123cAe1B1C4Cd94bA27A66"}}