Notcoin, the leading Web3 game known for its tap to earn model, has unveiled its latest project, “Lost Dogs.” This new Telegram game is built in partnership with Lost Dogs Co and the NFT trading platform Getgems, both of which are part of the TON blockchain ecosystem.
Enter Lost Dogs
Lost Dogs is a story-driven game where players embark on a quest with dog-themed adventures. The game only runs for six weeks, offering a unique, time-bound experience. Players form squads or communities, invite new members, and vote on their dogs’ actions to progress in the story.
Lost Dogs Characters
The characters in Lost Dogs are represented by Lost Dogs NFTs, which were first launched in March 2023 on Getgems. These NFTs evolve with the story, “gaining special powers” and “becoming celebrities” within the game. Notably, Lost Dogs seeks to drive mass adoption through interactive storytelling and gameplay.
How to Play and Earn?
Players can earn two types of tokens in Lost Dogs: Notcoins (NOT) and a new in-game currency called WOOF. Each day, players make choices that influence the story of their dogs. The winning choice is set by various parameters, such as the most popular, least popular, or median decision among all players.
Winning players receive a share of NOT tokens from a general pool. What’s more, players can “mine” WOOF tokens by winning rounds and performing various actions within the game. For now, WOOF is purely an in-game currency but may be converted into an on-chain token, just like how NOT tokens evolved.
Game Duration and Future Plans
Unlike many blockchain games, Lost Dogs will only be available for six weeks. The limited run adds a sense of urgency and excitement, encouraging players to engage actively. The team has hinted at more such projects in the future, suggesting that Lost Dogs is the first of many planned interactive experiences.
How to Get Started?
Lost Dogs is a free to play game within the Notcoin ecosystem. To take part, you just need to create a Telegram account and set up a TON Wallet. The game can be accessed through the Telegram mini-app at Lost Dogs Bot.
Core Gameplay Mechanics
Each round of Lost Dogs presents players with 3 cards representing possible scenarios in the game world. Players choose a card and bet their BONES points on it, increasing its popularity. The goal of each round varies. It can be anything from determining the most popular to the least popular or average card. This is based on the number of BONES that each card accumulates.
Players receive new BONES points at the start of each round. They can increase their BONES by inviting friends, holding Lost Dogs NFTs, and exchanging NOT tokens for BONES. Winning players get NOT and WOOF tokens. The rewards are calculated based on the BONES points wagered and the outcome of the round.
Bonuses and Modifiers
Players can boost their WOOF earnings through several in-game mechanics:
Daily Accumulative Booster: Players receive increasing WOOF rewards for taking part daily without missing a day.One-time Win Modifier: Players can double their WOOF winnings for a specific day by purchasing a bonus.League Modifier: Higher leagues earn more WOOF for actions in the game. Squad Bonus: If a squad votes unanimously and wins, all members will receive an extra WOOF bonus.
Community Engagement
The game encourages community engagement through its squad system. Players benefit from collective decisions and earn more bonuses. Squads that vote unanimously and win will receive extra WOOF tokens. The game also has a league system where players with more WOOF will belong to higher leagues. The higher their league, the more WOOF tokens they get for their in-game actions.
Initial Success
The launch of Lost Dogs has already seen significant traction. On the first day alone, the game attracted 2.5 million players and distributed 100,000 NOT tokens to winners. Players who exchanged NOT for BONES and voted for the winning option received up to 150% returns in NOT tokens!
Key Figures and Support
Notcoin’s founder, Sasha Plotvinov, highlighted the innovative nature of Lost Dogs. He described it as a gamified experience where daily decisions shape the magical world of the dogs. The Open Platform (TOP), a Web3 VC firm and a co-founder of Notcoin and Getgems, supports the game. TOP has also invested in other projects within the TON ecosystem, furthering the growth of Web3 games.
Mad Tail, the Chief Barking Officer of Lost Dogs Co, expressed enthusiasm for the project. “We want to unveil to you a world full of discoveries, joy, suffering, cliffhangers, and mysteries. And, of course, we want to make sure everyone can play with their Notcoins and distribute WOOF,” said Mad Tail.
For more info and to join the adventure, visit Lost Dogs on Telegram.
