Derby Race -A Real-time Pick-to-Earn Horse Racing Game

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Hello Astar community,
We’re thrilled to introduce Derby Race, a GameFi project leveraging Astar Foundation’s Soneium. Derby Race is a Real-Time Pick-to-Earn Horse Racing Game for everyone, initially playable on Telegram. From the team behind Derby Stars, we’re transforming the massive “tap-to-earn” market into tactical “pick-to-earn” gameplay with deeper engagement and sustainable tokenomics.

As the winner of the Soneium Spark Incubation Program, Derby Race is uniquely positioned to capture the explosive growth in Telegram gaming, offering quick 1-minute sessions that blend competitive gameplay with Web3 rewards. Players predict and “pick” the winning horse during real-time horse races to outscore opponents, creating an exciting and strategic experience.

Currently, Derby Race is free to play, as no business model (BM) has been applied yet. However, an $ASTR-based payment system is set to launch in February, allowing players to enjoy seamless transactions. Those who use $ASTR for in-game purchases will receive exclusive discounts, further strengthening its utility within the Astar ecosystem.

Key Features of Derby Race

1. Exciting Real-Time Gameplay

  • Strategic Predictions: Unlike traditional horse racing games, Derby Race rewards skillful predictions rather than just random luck. Players analyze real-time race dynamics, horse conditions, and AI-powered strategies to make informed picks.
  • Exclusive Gacha System: Unlock rewards through our brand-new gacha system, where players have the chance to earn partner assets, adding an extra layer of excitement and value to the gameplay .

2. AI-Powered Club Management

  • Horses belong to one of four AI-managed clubs that optimize training, race participation, and prize distribution.
  • AI agents will promote sponsored teams (Astar Tigers, Kyo Dragons, SONEX Lions, SuperVol Eagles), broadcasting sponsorships through social media channels like Twitter and Telegram.

3. $ASTR Token Integration

  • Team Sponsorship: Astar can sponsor team (Astar Tigers), ensuring constant $ASTR exposure to players on Telegram.
  • Championship Rewards: Derby Race plans to distribute $ASTR as championship rewards, increasing the number of $ASTR holders while engaging dedicated players.
  • In-Game Economy: Players can earn $ASTR through game activities, including random box rewards.
  • Exclusive $ASTR Discounts: Players using $ASTR for in-app purchases will receive a 20% discount compared to those paying with TG Stars, providing more value to Astar token holders

Vision and Growth Potential
Derby Race plans to expand beyond Telegram to other messenger dApps like Discord, scaling its ecosystem to reach new audiences. By collaborating with the Astar community through dApp Staking, Derby Race can unlock significant mutual benefits, fostering innovation and token utility.

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I was following DR from the launch of the telegram dApp and now I’m even more impressed by ASTR usage strategy. Well done ! :clap:t2:

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Very good project! The last few months we have seen how Telegram mini apps have created a huge mass of users consuming those apps and their services, I am glad to see that a Play-to-Earn app based on the Soneium protocol joins this wave and, most importantly, implements the $ASTR as a payment method, Great!

I can’t wait to see the product launched and ready to be used on Telegram.

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This is really interesting! DerbyRace joining Soneium should bring lots of exciting developments. I’d like to ask the team some additional questions:

  1. In terms of business goals, what are the target numbers that the team is looking at?

  2. What are the details of both direct and indirect project costs?

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Derby Race sounds like a blast! Turning “tap-to-earn” into “pick-to-earn” adds real strategy, and the AI clubs make it even more exciting. Plus, the $ASTR perks are a great way to boost the Astar ecosystem!

Question:
How will you keep the game fun and fair for both free players and those spending $ASTR? :rocket::racehorse:

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