Introduction

In Web3 gaming, staking and liquidity mechanisms are critical for enhancing the play-to-earn experience by providing players with opportunities to earn rewards while contributing to the game's ecosystem. Spider Tanks, a Web3 game developed by GAMEDIA B.V., leverages these mechanisms through Planetary Nodes, Map NFTs, and the Pilot Program to create a rewarding and sustainable in-game economy. This report will cover:

• The staking mechanisms available in Spider Tanks, including Planetary Nodes and their integration with gameplay. [1a] [2a]
• How these mechanisms contribute to player rewards and incentivize long-term participation in the game. [1b] [1c]
• The measures in place to ensure the long-term economic sustainability of the staking and liquidity systems. [1d] [1e]

Staking Mechanisms in Spider Tanks

Planetary Nodes are the backbone of Spider Tanks' staking system, allowing players to host matches and earn rewards based on their uptime and the number of matches they facilitate. [1f] [2b] Players can attach Tank Body, Tank Weapon, or Map NFTs to their Planetary Nodes, which entitles them to additional rewards based on the Victory Points those NFTs generate. [1a] To be eligible for rewards, Planetary Nodes must be online for at least 6 hours each day, ensuring active participation in the game's ecosystem. [2c]

• Planetary Nodes account for 33% of the daily Non-Replacement Allowance of SILK, making them a significant source of rewards for players. [1h]
• The Node Depot, where players can place NFTs, accounts for an additional 20% of the daily Non-Replacement Allowance, further incentivizing players to stake their assets. [1i]
• Map owners also earn rewards, with Map distribution accounting for 15% of the daily Non-Replacement Allowance. [1j]

Player Rewards and Incentives

Player rewards in Spider Tanks are directly tied to the Victory Points (VP) they earn through gameplay and staking, which are then converted into SILK. [1b] The Honor System ensures that players are rewarded more if they actively engage with the game and avoid negative actions such as transferring SILK to another account. [1l] The Pilot Program allows players to lend their Tanks to others, earning a portion of the VP rewards, which further incentivizes participation in the game. [1m]

• Players with higher Honor scores (up to 1200) receive more VP, which directly translates to higher SILK rewards, encouraging long-term engagement. [1b]
• The Pilot Program ensures that even players without Tanks can participate in the game and earn rewards, broadening the player base. [1o]
• The combination of staking and gameplay-based rewards ensures that players are incentivized to both actively play the game and stake their assets. [1c]

Integration with Gameplay

Staking and liquidity mechanisms in Spider Tanks are deeply integrated into the core gameplay, ensuring that players who participate in the game and stake their assets are rewarded. [1f] Planetary Nodes and Map NFTs are used to host matches, which are essential for the game's core mechanics, making staking a fundamental part of the gameplay experience. [1r] The Pilot Program allows players to lend their Tanks to others, earning a portion of the VP rewards, which is another way to integrate staking-like mechanics into gameplay. [1m]

• Planetary Nodes must be online for at least 6 hours daily to be eligible for rewards, ensuring that players are actively participating in the game. [2c]
• Map NFTs are used to host matches, and Map owners earn rewards based on the number of matches played on their maps, further tying staking to gameplay. [1t]
• The Pilot Program ensures that even players without Tanks can participate in the game and earn rewards, broadening the player base and enhancing the play-to-earn experience. [1o]

Long-Term Economic Sustainability

The Dynamic Supply Mechanism allows Gala Games and GAMEDIA to adjust the Victory Point-to-SILK ratio and component prices to manage the SILK supply and ensure long-term economic stability. [1d] SILK is designed to become scarcer over time, as the Victory Point-to-SILK ratio decreases with an increasing circulating supply, ensuring that rewards remain sustainable. [1e] The Non-Replacement Allowance decreases as the circulating supply approaches the soft cap, further ensuring that the in-game economy remains balanced. [1x]

• Gala Games and GAMEDIA maintain the ability to adjust the Victory Point-to-SILK ratio, allowing them to manage the rate of SILK issuance and prevent inflation. [1y]
• Components in the game are priced in SILK, and their prices can be adjusted to reflect changes in the rate of SILK issuance, ensuring that the economy remains stable. [1z]
• The soft cap on SILK ensures that rewards will tend towards zero as the circulating supply approaches 100M, preventing over-issuance and maintaining long-term economic stability. [1x]

Conclusion

Spider Tanks's staking and liquidity mechanisms enhance the play-to-earn experience by providing significant rewards for players and integrating these mechanics deeply into the gameplay. The Dynamic Supply Mechanism and controlled SILK issuance ensure long-term economic sustainability, balancing player rewards with the game's economic health.

• Planetary Nodes and Map NFTs provide players with substantial rewards, incentivizing active participation in the game’s ecosystem. [1f]
• The Pilot Program broadens the player base by allowing players without Tanks to participate and earn rewards, further enhancing the play-to-earn experience. [1o]
• The game’s economic model, including the Dynamic Supply Mechanism and the soft cap on SILK, ensures that rewards remain sustainable over the long term. [1d]

References

[1] Spidet Tank. Spidet Tank Economy Litepaper. Spidet Tank. 27 Mar 2023. Available from: https://www.spidertanks.game/docs/Spider_Tanks_Lite_Paper.pdf

[2] Mostafa Salem. Spider Tanks Announce Planetary Node Atlas; Own a Node and Host Games. GAM3S.GG. 21 Aug 2022. Available from: https://gam3s.gg/news/spider-tanks-planetary-node-atlas/