Singapore, Singapore, September 9, 2024, Chainwire
ZKCandy is pleased to announce the launch of the ZKcandy Voyage public testnet, a major milestone in ZKcandy’s mission to create a fast, low-gas, and dynamic gaming ecosystem using cutting-edge zero-knowledge proof technology, powered by ZKsync.
ZK Chain Launches with Tremendous Community SupportThe public testnet launch is the result of a very successful closed testnet campaign called ZKcandy OG Voyage that ran for 2 weeks prior.
ZKcandy is one of the first ZK chains to be up and running with a publicly available testnet. ZK chains are an interoperable network of layer 2 blockchains built on top of the ZK Stack that make up the Elastic (NYSE:) Chain ecosystem initiated by ZKsync.
Community support and participation were instrumental in making the testnet a huge success. The ZKcandy team expected only 500 users to register for the closed testnet campaign, but More than 16,830 users registered in 24 hours from ZKcandy announcing its closed testnet.
In order not to disappoint the community, the ZKcandy team admitted as many users as possible to the closed testnet. The closed testnet users played the only game introduced with great enthusiasm and helped ZKcandy test its testnet. In addition, more than 45,000 registered users played the first game introduced on ZKcandy, BTFD Arcade. The complete statistics of the closed testnet are shared below.
Elastic Chain Enhances Web3 GamingZKcandy will become one of many ZK chains built to meet the unique needs of ZKcandy gamers. This will make it easier for ZKcandy developers to build games that can take full advantage of everything ZKsync technology enables. By being part of the Elastic Chain ecosystem of fully interoperable ZK chains, the entire ZKsync user base (from ZKsync Era and any other ZK chain) will be able to seamlessly enter the ZKcandy ecosystem and participate in the growing gaming community.
ZKcandy Voyage Public Testnet: What You Need to KnowThe ZKcandy team is now ready to take the next big step with a lot of support from the community.
The ZKcandy Voyage public testnet is designed to test our system with the help of our community over a four-week period, ranging from September 9, 2024 to October 9, 2024to ensure a smooth and robust mainnet launch.
Community engagement will play a crucial role in perfecting the ZKcandy platform. Additionally, we are looking for players to test some of our featured games to validate all features and functionalities, which will allow the ZKcandy team to refine its gaming ecosystem and, by engaging a broad user base, identify and fix potential vulnerabilities.
Participants will be rewarded with exclusive prizes. Candy dots and Voyager Pass NFT for their contributions. These NFTs will not only offer a multiplier effect on reassurance tokens in the Token Generation Event (TGE), but will also award 10,000 Candy Points.
Voyager Pass NFT GiveawayTo help incentivize the community, the ZKcandy team is giving away 8,888 Voyager Pass exclusive NFTs for early participants. These NFTs come with unique benefits, including:
- Multiplier effect 1.05x when claiming tokens
- 10,000 Candy Points for every NFT holder
How to Get a Voyager Pass NFTThere are two main ways to receive a Voyager Pass NFT:
Users can join the Galxe Quest to get their NFT.
How to get Candy PointsTo start earning points, users must register at using an invitation code. After registering, Each user will receive a unique invitation code that can be used only eight times.More codes can be obtained depending on performance.
Here is a detailed article on how to earn candy points.
Games to Participate in the CampaignAs a participant in the campaign, users will be required to play ZKcandy ecosystem games and climb the rankings to earn points. The higher the rank, the more points they can earn. Below is the list of available games:
- Sugar fever: NFT minting game where players collect rare candy NFTs from a mysterious vending machine. Each mint recharges the machine's battery, and players race to collect all eight candies before the battery runs out, allowing them to earn a special Master Candy NFT as a reward.
- What a shame!: Social gaming platform that has partnered with ZKcandy to bring engaging games like Dinosaur Crash and CT Crash to the Testnet. Players can earn “Fips” through daily check-ins or by purchasing them, with a lossless gaming experience that emphasizes timing and strategy.
- EVM War: Third-person shooter set in a dystopian future, featuring intense deathmatches and seamless blockchain integration. Players earn rewards based on their performance, with special items for those leading the leaderboards.
- Choo Choo Spirits: Competitive game where players control snake-like spirits and collect food to grow bigger and outperform their rivals. The goal is to reach the top of the leaderboard, and rewards are given to those with the highest score.
MissionsUsers can also earn points by completing missions on our platform. There are a few starter missions available now and we plan to add more social and chain missions as we move forward with the campaign.
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Referral ProgramZKCandy's referral program is a great way to earn points by inviting friends to join the ZKcandy ecosystem. Here's how it works:
Invite friends:Users can share their unique referral link. When someone joins through the link, they will receive a welcome bonus of 150 points.
Earn more with levels:Users will also earn points based on the activity of those you refer.
- 1st Level Referral: Earn 10% of the points earned by the user's direct referrals.
- 2nd Level Referral: Earn 5% of the points earned by referrals from referred users.
Note:Upon registration, each user will receive a unique invitation codeEach code can only be used eight times. times. Users can also Get additional uses by achieving point-based milestonesThe more people you invite, the more points you can accumulate thanks to their participation!
Users can read more details about the referral program.
Campaign timeline
- Campaign duration: September 9, 2024 – October 9, 2024
Joining VoyageTo participate in the ZKcandy Voyage public testnet campaign, users can visit the ZKcandy portal (portal.zkcandy.io). By participating, users will help shape the future of the ZKcandy platform and improve the future gaming experience.
About ZKcandy
ZKcandy is an Ethereum-based gaming network developed and operated by iCandy, the largest game developer in Southeast Asia with a track record of creating 500+ games, 300+ million players, 750 employees, and listed on the ASX exchange. This platform strategically leverages ZK rollup technology powered by ZKsync and is specifically designed for gaming and meme entertainment within the ZKsync elastic chain.
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