PROPOSAL NAME:
ApeQuest - Educating Users through a Telegram-Based Game
TEAM DESCRIPTION:
Our team is uniquely positioned to tackle the challenges and seize the opportunities in the rapidly evolving crypto and gaming sectors. Our collective expertise and shared passion for innovation are the driving forces behind our commitment to building a groundbreaking project that bridges the worlds of gaming and blockchain technology.
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Tik:
As the visionary founder of our project, Tik brings a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship and blockchain technology. With a deep understanding of the crypto ecosystem and a passion for innovation, Tik has successfully led multiple ventures in the tech and finance sectors. His strategic thinking and leadership skills are the driving force behind our project’s vision and direction, ensuring we stay at the forefront of the industry. -
Kevin:
Kevin is a seasoned Telegram community builder with five years of experience in managing Telegram communities. He currently runs a community of over 2,000 members, fostering high levels of daily discussion. Kevin is a firm believer in the future of crypto and is passionate about helping people from traditional industries understand crypto and tokens. -
Winnie:
Winnie is a former Ubisoft employee with extensive experience in game design and development. Her years in the gaming industry have given her a deep understanding of the needs of avid gamers. She has previously served as a PM for a GameFi project and will take on the role of PM for ApeQuest. -
Hezi:
Hezi is the founder of a cryptocurrency wallet company that already boasts a solid user base, with plans for further expansion. With his extensive experience in the crypto space, Hezi brings valuable insights and expertise to the team.
PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION:
This proposal aims to create an educational platform that uses a nurturing game to teach users about APECOIN. The platform will be presented as a Telegram mini-program, leveraging Telegram’s extensive user base to attract users. Players will be incentivized with airdrops to create crypto wallets. The game offers two modes: a free mode where users progress by interacting with APECOIN DAO content, and a paid mode where users spend APECOIN to accelerate progress. Upon reaching specific milestones, players will receive rewards related to APECOIN. The platform will also support MBA(Made by APEs) projects in releasing mini-games and plans to introduce a short video platform and e-commerce platform to build an APECOIN educational matrix.
Game Mechanics:
- Free Mode: Users progress by interacting with APECOIN DAO content to level up and acquire necessary items.
- Paid Mode: Users can spend APECOIN to accelerate leveling up and acquiring items.
- Milestones and Achievements: Players earn APECOIN-related airdrops or APECOIN rewards by reaching certain levels and achievements.
BENEFIT TO APECOIN ECOSYSTEM:
The platform will bring several benefits to the APECOIN ecosystem:
- Increased APECOIN Usage: Encouraging in-game purchases and APECOIN spending.
- Educated Users: Providing valuable education about APECOIN and cryptocurrency.
- Expanded User Base: Attracting new users with engaging content and rewards.
- Supporting Projects: Allowing MBA(Made by APEs) projects to release mini-games on the platform.
- Community Building: Creating an active community of knowledgeable users and developers.
Objectives:
- Increase APECOIN Usage: Drive APECOIN transactions through in-game purchases and rewards.
- Educate and Engage Users: Offer a fun platform for users to learn about APECOIN.
- Expand the Ecosystem: Attract new users and projects to the APECOIN ecosystem.
- Generate Economic Returns: Establish a sustainable revenue model through transaction fees and in-game purchases.
STEPS TO IMPLEMENT:
Project Start Date: October 1, 2024
Project End Date: March 31, 2025
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Platform Development and Integration
• Duration: October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
o Completion of the platform’s core infrastructure by November 30, 2024.
o Successful integration of APECOIN for transactions by December 15, 2024.
o Launch of the game as a Telegram mini-program by December 31, 2024.
• Costs: $70,000
• Personnel:
o 3 Developers (Platform & Game Integration)
o 1 Blockchain Developer (APECOIN Integration)
• Platforms Needed:
o Telegram API for mini-program integration.
o APECHAIN. -
Educational Content Creation and Game Development
• Duration: October 15, 2024 - December 31, 2024
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
o Creation of 10 interactive educational modules by November 30, 2024.
o Development of game levels and mechanics completed by December 15, 2024.
o Final testing and debugging completed by December 31, 2024.
• Costs: $100,000
• Personnel:
o 2 Educational Content Creators
o 3 Game Developers (UI/UX Designers, Game Mechanics Developers)
o 1 Project Manager
• Platforms Needed:
o Content Management System (CMS) for educational content.
o Game development tools and platforms (e.g., Unity). -
Marketing and User Acquisition
• Duration: January 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
o Achievement of 10,000 user sign-ups by February 28, 2025.
o Attainment of 5,000 active daily users by March 15, 2025.
o Successful engagement of 15 web3 projects by March 31, 2025.
• Costs: $50,000
• Personnel:
o 2 Marketing Specialists (Social Media, Partnerships)
o 1 User Acquisition Specialist
• Platforms Needed:
o Social media platforms for marketing campaigns.
o Analytics tools for tracking user acquisition. -
Community Engagement and Maintenance
• Duration: January 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
o Weekly community engagement events starting January 15, 2025.
o Continuous feedback loop established with users by February 15, 2025.
o Implementation of community-driven platform updates by March 31, 2025.
• Costs: $30,000
• Personnel:
o 2 Community Managers
o 1 Customer Support Specialist
• Platforms Needed:
o Community management tools (e.g., Telegram, Discord).
Featured MBAs will be evaluated based on:
- Relevance to the ApeCoin ecosystem.
- Potential for educational value.
- Community engagement and feedback.
REPORTING EXPECTATIONS:
We will provide progress reports to the community on a regular basis to ensure transparency and keep everyone informed about the project’s development. The reporting schedule is as follows:
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Monthly Progress Reports: Published on the first Monday of each month.
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Milestone Reports: Issued at the completion of major project milestones (e.g., platform launch, major feature releases).
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Final Report: Delivered upon project completion, summarizing outcomes, lessons learned, and next steps.
In addition to the schedule mentioned above, progress reports will continue for a minimum of one year after the platform’s launch. Reports will be available on the ApeCoin Forum, our Telegram channel, and Twitter account.
OVERALL COST:
The budget for developing and operating the educational platform is $250,000. Funds will be allocated as follows:
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Personnel Costs: $100,000 for game development, educational content creation, and operations.
o Game Development: $40,000
o Educational Content Creation: $20,000
o Project Management: $15,000
o Blockchain Development (APECOIN Integration): $25,000 -
Platform Development: $70,000 for developing the platform and integrating APECOIN.
o Core Infrastructure Development: $50,000
o Telegram Mini-Program Integration: $10,000
o APECOIN Payment System Integration: $10,000 -
Marketing and Promotion: $50,000 for marketing activities and user acquisition.
o Social Media Campaigns: $20,000
o Partnership Development: $15,000
o User Acquisition Campaigns: $15,000 -
Community Engagement: $30,000 for community engagement and maintenance.
o Community Events and Webinars: $10,000
o User Feedback and Support: $10,000
o Platform Updates and Maintenance: $10,000
User Engagement and Costs:
- Users can choose between the free mode or the paid mode to play the game.
- In-game purchases and acceleration options will consume APECOIN, with a portion of transaction fees (10% gross revenue) returned to APECOIN DAO.
APECOIN Revenue Model:
- In-Game Purchases and Acceleration Fees: Users spend APECOIN to speed up their progress in the game.
- Transaction Fees: A portion of the fees from in-game purchases and acceleration will go to APECOIN DAO.