Social Points: The Real-World Crypto-Social Game

Game Overview

Social Points is an innovative blockchain-based game that blends real-world social interactions with cryptocurrency rewards. Players use NFC-enabled devices to interact anonymously, competing for points and BTC prizes while maintaining privacy through app-generated IDs.

Core Mechanics

Registration

1. Players register through the app, creating a unique username and pseudonym.
2. Registration costs 0.00075 BTC, which is added to the prize pool.
3. Players start with 10 initial social points.
4. A maximum of 2000 players can register per game round.

Scoring System

• Initial Score: 10 points
• Maximum Score: Unlimited

Interactions

1. Players scan each other's NFC tags at real-world events.
2. Higher scoring player gains 2 points from the lower scoring player.
3. 24-hour cooldown between interactions with the same player.

Point Accrual

1. Time-based Accrual
   • 1 point every 10 hours, until the game ends.
2. Location-based Events
   • Attending specific events grants 4 points.
   • Requires verification (e.g., GPS or QR code).

Game Duration and Winning

• Fixed duration: 2 - 30 days per game round.
• Winners: Top 10 players with the highest scores at the end of the round share the prize pool.
• Prize Distribution:
  • 89% of the pool is distributed among the top 10 players.
  • 10% goes to the platform.
  • 1% is reserved for covering gas fees.

Technical Implementation

Smart Contract

• Manages game state, verifies interactions, and handles score updates.
• Implements time-based point accrual.
• Verifies and processes interaction proofs.
• Distributes prizes at the end of the game.

Mobile App

• Manages NFC interactions and proof generation.
• Submits proofs to the blockchain.
• Displays personal stats and leaderboard.

Privacy and Security

1. Anonymity: Players are known only by usernames and pseudonyms.
2. Encrypted Interactions: NFC exchanges are encrypted.
3. Anti-Collusion Measures: Cooldowns prevent abuse.

Player Experience

1. Registration: Players register through the app, creating a username and pseudonym.
2. Daily Engagement: Accrue points over time and through interactions.
3. Event Participation: Attend specific events for bonus points.
4. Social Interaction: Meet and scan other players' devices.
5. Leaderboard Watching: Track progress and competition.

Ethical Considerations

1. Fair Play: Mechanisms in place to prevent exploitation.
2. Inclusivity: Multiple ways to earn points cater to different play styles.
3. Privacy: Strong focus on maintaining player anonymity.
4. Responsible Gaming: Clear game duration and investment limits.

Technical Notes

• The smart contract is implemented on a blockchain that supports smart contracts and is compatible with BTC transactions.
• Gas fees are covered by the platform when possible, otherwise paid by the user.
• The contract includes functions for starting the game, registering players, processing interactions, attending events, accruing points, ending the game, and distributing prizes.