Gameplay and score

In the game you have two minutes to collect 10 XNeuros. Each XNeuros gives you 100 points per game. The faster you collect the 10 XNeuros before the end of the timer, the higher the bonus will be to your score!

Be careful not to cross the grid that surrounds the map because this will cause you to instantly lose.

You benefit from 50% of the points earned by the people to whom you share your referral code

LEVELS and REWARDS

The more points you accumulate, the higher you get on the leaderboard. The bracket in which you are will determine the rewards you will receive. It is based on the your relative position in the leaderboard total leaderboard so for instance if you are in the top 50% of the participants you will be at level 6.

Additionally, for the top 30 players, regardless of the percentage ranking, their rewards will be 3 lootboxes, 900 xNeuros and $NEUROS tokens for a total 30'000 $NEUROS spread accross the winners.

NUMBER OF GAMES PER DAY

Players start with three free games and can increase this number to 6 by connecting their wallet. To have more, the connected wallet only needs to have $NEUROS, the number of games won will depend on the number of $NEUROS owned

Your game counter is restored every day, so you can play again every day. Scores accumulate throughout the week so be rigorous to climb to the top of the rankings

+1 try — 100 $Neuros
+2 try — 200 $Neuros
+3 try — 500 $Neuros
+4 try — 1 000 $Neuros
+5 try — 2 000 $Neuros
+6 try — 5 000 $Neuros
+7 try — 10 000 $Neuros
+8 try — 20 000 $Neuros
+9 try — 50 000 $Neuros
+10 try — 100 000 $Neuros
+11 try — 200 000 $Neuros
+12 try — 500 000 $Neuros
+13 try — 1 000 000 $Neuros
…

We organize tournaments in Shockwaves every week with a different token every time. The goal is to bring awareness to Shockwaves and give nice rewards to players and AI Agents owners.

The rules are simple:

• Anyone who plays the game during the tournament automatically participates, no need to register or own any token
• Players accumulate score for the duration of the tournament
• The top players of the tournament (usually top 30) will receive token/NFT rewards based on their rank
• The rewards are airdropped to the BNB wallet connected to the player Elixir account

The tournament times can vary but typically start on Thursday and end on Sunday. The details of the tournament are shown on the Elixir tournament page.

In addition to the tournament, we usually do a X space just before the beginning of the tournament with the developers of the awarded token.

Good luck to you all for the tournament!

Dear Shockfrens,

We’re excited to announce an amazing partnership with our friends at Enzym for the launch of the $ZYM token!

Enzym is introducing the concept of Meet-To-Earn to revolutionize social networks.

To celebrate this launch, we are hosting a tournament in Shockwaves From June 19th at 4 PM UTC to June 26th at 4 PM UTC, 2023. This tournament will also be featured on the Elixir launcher.

At the end of the tournament, 150,000,000 $ZYM ($3000 at the IDO price) will be distributed to the top 50 players, based on their total scores, using a similar modulation method to Pink Week.

Rewards will be given through the Enzym app a few days after the tournament ends. They can be used within Enzym or minted on-chain. Due to the way the Enzym app works, rewards will be sent to the account connected to the email used for Elixir.

Let’s go!

AI-Driven Gameplay: Enhancing Engagement with Autonomous Agents

At the heart of Shockwaves lies the concept of AI gaming. Players not only engage in battles themselves but also train and strategize with AI agents, each equipped with its own virtual wallet. As these AI agents progress and participate in battles, they generate earnings for their owners, even when players are not actively gaming.

Land NFTs: Create your own experience, earn from it

Moreover, Shockwaves introduces the concept of land ownership within the game. By owning virtual land, players gain access to a variety of passive income opportunities. They earn a percentage of token rewards generated on their land, customize playlists to enhance gameplay experiences, and display ads for additional revenue streams. The algorithmically generated maps add a layer of complexity, with each land offering unique atmospheres and gameplay dynamics, influencing the passive earning potential of its owner.

Own2Earn: Passive Income in Competitive Tournaments

One of the most compelling aspects of Shockwaves is the inclusion of AI agents in tournaments. These agents compete alongside human players, with their performance directly translating into passive earnings for their owners. Recent tournament leaderboards showcase the significant earning potential of AI agents, highlighting the lucrative opportunities for passive income in the game.

In essence, Shockwaves represents a paradigm shift in the gaming industry, where players not only enjoy immersive gameplay experiences but also have the opportunity to passively earn income through strategic investments in AI, land ownership, and participation in tournaments. As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, Shockwaves stands at the forefront, offering players a glimpse into the future of passive earning in web3 gaming.

Article penned by AIgent69 AKA Wolfmann, a distinguished member of the Shockwaves community, one of the first to believe in Sam & Benji project ❤

Welcome to the reveal of the Phase 2 Roadmap which will take us from the first listing on a centralized exchange to SHOCKWAVES on the EPIC STORE! We present here the first the major update that awaits SHOCKWAVES for the next 12 months. There will be a lot of other things around, which we will talk about in detail in future videos and posts (AXONITE, The Arcade, Exhibitions, partnerships …)

This roadmap focuses on the way we will move from a robust innovative project to a calibrated game that can conquer the Web2 and Web3 crowds. This goes through many aspects:

• First impressions
• Player experience
• Renewal and depth of gameplay

Once these aspects of the project have been perfected and the game has reached the most demanding platforms’ quality standards, we will be ready for major marketing developments.

The first major upgrade will enable HOLDERS to be connected in a new way: THE STAKING BATTLE V2. This will witness AI AGENTS clashing with the terrible legions of FRONTRUNNERS.

The game will soon become much bigger with the arrival of new MAPs. Starting with the arrival of Naifu Island, a century-old island dedicated to music and nature. Followed by DUNAI which will bring you to Egypt in the desert hallucinations of the Pharaohs.

Between these two maps, to prepare for the release of the Epic Store, we will carry out major graphics improvements on the AI AGENTS. The new models will highlight the sporting and technological aspect of these artificial intelligences.

After that, the next step will be the Sixth Door introducing a new act of tokenomics : Epic Lootboxes. You’ll find brand new items inside and those will completely renew the gameplay, particularly melee weapons.

The last step before the release will be the integration of the BROADCASTERS along with the very first NFTs Twitch drops ever, which will be the start of an unprecedented marketing campaign linking Web2 and Web3

Once the maps are released, the characters updated, the gameplay perfected, the marketing tools ready, we will have a game that will be ready to meet the general PUBLIC. This new version of the game will then be released on EPIC STORE, making the game a success and open the door to Phase 3, which will have an in-depth focus on ESPORT

There are many things we would like to talk about: our new company, AXONITE, The ARCADE and upcoming exhibitions. Keep an eye out, we’ll get back with announcement videos about it!

The Heart of Competition: Dynamic Tournaments

Central to Shockwaves’ appeal are its dynamic tournaments, pulsating events that showcase the very best of player talent and innovation. These tournaments serve as epic battlegrounds where players, both human and AI, compete for glory and coveted rewards.

With AIgents constantly learning and evolving, each tournament promises a fresh and exhilarating challenge, pushing players to their limits.

Bridging Communities: Inclusivity and Partnerships

One of Shockwaves’ most enticing features is its commitment to inclusivity and partnership within the Web3 ecosystem. Through strategic collaborations with other projects, Shockwaves hosts exceptional tournaments that transcend traditional gaming boundaries. Events like Pink Week exemplify this synergy, offering winners exclusive airdrops of tokens from partner projects, fostering cross-community engagement and growth.

Exclusive Access: NFT-Gated Tournaments

Furthermore, Shockwaves introduces a new dimension of exclusivity with NFT- gated tournaments, where participation is reserved for holders of specific Non-Fungible Tokens. This innovative approach adds an extra layer of excitement and prestige, as players from specific communities come together to compete for unique rewards and recognition.

Beyond Gaming: A Gateway to the Blockchain Ecosystem

As players dive deeper into the dynamic world of Shockwaves, they not only hone their gaming skills but also unlock pathways to broader blockchain engagement. Through rewards in Neuros tokens and NFTs, Shockwaves serves as a gateway for Web2 players to explore the wider blockchain ecosystem, including staking, DAOs, and beyond.

In essence, Shockwaves’ dynamic tournaments represent more than just competitive gaming; they symbolize a convergence of technology, community, and innovation. With each tournament, Shockwaves continues to push the boundaries of Web3 gaming, uniting communities and forging lasting connections across the digital landscape.

Article penned by AIgent69 AKA Wolfmann, a distinguished member of the Shockwaves community, one of the first to believe in Sam & Benji project ❤

The following piece by AIgent069 offers a deep dive into the immersive world of Shockwaves.

Enter the immersive world of Shockwaves, a groundbreaking web3 first-person shooter that is revolutionizing the gaming experience. What sets Shockwaves apart is its innovative use of AI-powered NFT AIgents, which continuously learn and improve as they play, providing players with dynamic and challenging adversaries.

Shockwaves: powered by AI Agents

In Shockwaves, players encounter these AIgents, each equipped with unique abilities and tactics, creating an ever-evolving battlefield where no two encounters are the same. As players engage in battles, AIgents earn xNeuros, an in-game currency that holds significant value within the virtual ecosystem. These xNeuros can be used to unlock loot boxes, which
contain a diverse array of weapons and armor ranging from common to legendary rarity.
But the excitement doesn’t end there.

Minting your own assets

Shockwaves is pioneering the integration of blockchain technology into gaming by allowing players to mint their loot box items to the Polygon blockchain as NFTs (non-fungible tokens). This groundbreaking feature not only adds an extra layer of rarity and collectibility to in-game items but also opens up new avenues for players to monetize their gaming experiences.
Imagine wielding a legendary weapon forged in the fires of battle, its uniqueness immortalized on the blockchain as a valuable NFT that can be bought, sold, or traded in the wider crypto marketplace.
This seamless integration of gaming and blockchain technology not only enhances player agency and ownership but also lays the foundation for a vibrant player- driven economy within the Shockwaves universe.

As Shockwaves continues to push the boundaries of web3 gaming, it promises an exhilarating journey filled with intense battles, strategic gameplay, and limitless opportunities for exploration and innovation.

Join the revolution and experience the future of gaming with Shockwaves.

Dear Shockfrens,

As we are approaching the first version release of Shockwaves, we want to explain in more detail how the NEUROS and NFTs are integrated into the game and how the game gives utility to them.

Our goal is to have an economic model that is attractive to both players and token and NFT holders. Through the use of AI agents, rewards are spread across NFT holders which makes the tokenomics more resilient.

The Transmutation of NEUROS token into a xNEUROS balance creates a sink for the NEUROS tokens and improves the player’s experience.

In summary:

• Players earn lootboxes and a small amount of xNEUROS balance that cannot be converted into NEUROS, this amount is greater if they play with their own AI Agent and will also depend on that AI Agent’s rarity
• Lootboxes require xNEUROS to be opened, more than what is typically earned by a player so they would be encouraged to buy NEUROS to Transmute them into xNEUROS
• NEUROS Transmutation into xNEUROS cannot be reverted
• xNEUROS can be spent directly in the game without signing a transaction.
• Lootboxes can contain xNEUROS and items like weapons
• Items can be tokenized to be sold on the free market as NFT with a small fee
• AI Agent and Sentry Turret holders will earn passively both xNEUROS and lootboxes from their agents. They can also earn directly NEUROS and NFTs through tournaments and leaderboards.

Example:

A player plays 2 hours, he will receive 4 lootboxes and 10 xNEUROS in total.

The cost of opening a lootbox is 10 xNEUROS, so he can open only one of them.

He can transmute NEUROS into xNEUROS to a smart contract to increase his balance so he can open more lootboxes or even buy new ones (for 100 xNEUROS each).

After opening a lootbox, it contains 3 xNeuros and one Rare Sentry Shotgun (note that weapons will be relatively rare).

He can use this shotgun directly but since its market value is 30 MATIC on OpenSea, he tokenizes it into a Polygon NFT with a 1 Matic minting fee to sell it on OpenSea.

N.b.: Values are subject to change through testing and balancing but the idea will remain the same.

Earning:

As they play Shockwaves, players will earn lootboxes and relatively small amounts of xNeuros. Those xNeuros cannot be directly withdrawn on the blockchain, thus limiting the selling pressure on the Neuros token and making the system both more secure. The earnings are increased if you play with your own AI Agent by a percentage depending on the rarity of that AI Agent. Staking NEUROS tokens will also increase your earnings.

Lootboxes can be opened for a cost in xNEUROS that is relatively high compared to the in-game earnings so that players who don’t add balance will end up with more lootboxes than they can open which incentivises players to buy NEUROS on the market to transmute them. Lootboxes can also be bought directly in xNEUROS.

For AI Agent and Sentry Turrets owners, their share of the earnings will also be received in the form of xNEUROS and Lootboxes and linked to the wallet.

Tournaments

Tournaments will take place regularly and will give rewards directly to players in the form of airdropped NEUROS and NFTs. It is required for the players to link a wallet to receive rewards for the tournament, which is a way to transition Web2 players to Web3.

AI Agents also participate in tournaments and if they are in the money on the leaderboard, their owner will receive their rewards directly to their wallets.

Lootboxes

When a lootbox is opened, it can contain both xNeuros tokens and items like weapons. The amount of xNEUROS will on average be lower than what would be necessary to open another lootbox. Weapons and other types of items are relatively rare in those lootboxes. Different types of lootboxes will exist with different rewards in them. As it is an important part of the game experience, the lootbox opening experience will be optimised over time to be satisfying for the players.

Accessible for Web2 players

The whole process of playing and earning items can be done even without a wallet. The web3 aspect becomes necessary for the player in these situations:

• To add xNEUROS balance to open more lootboxes
• To sell an item that was looted in a lootbox
• To buy an item on the open market
• To participate in the governance and increased earnings through staking

In all those cases the players will already be in a situation where it is worth spending some time to create a wallet and buy tokens. This underlines our vision to create a game where it is not necessary to be familiar with crypto to get started and to use blockchain in areas where it is truly beneficial to the users.

NEUROS Transmutation into xNEUROS

In order to avoid frequent blockchain transactions which would be cumbersome for the players and would result in high gas fees, the players can Transmute NEUROS tokens into a smart contract to use them in-game. Once they are transmuted on the smart contract, they cannot be withdrawn but can be used directly into the game.

The reasons why the deposit cannot be withdrawn are twofold: first it limits the selling pressure of having players selling their tokens directly and second it mitigates risks of attacks as there is no token to drain from the smart contract. This is subject to change in the future but it is beneficial for token holders and offers a more straightforward experience to players.

Part of the NEUROS that are Transmuted will be burned, the rest will go towards in-game rewards, marketing and development.

Tokenization of items

In order to be able to trade items on the free market, weapons and other types of equipment can be tokenized as NFTs. To tokenize one item earned in-game, the player can mint it on Polygon with a small fee. That fee of around 1–5 MATIC ensures that only items worth some market value will be minted and the collection will not be flooded.

For all the Shocknerds out there, the server basically signs a message that links the wallet to the item and the player can then use that message to mint the item provided he pays the gas fee and the tax.

For the future

There are many possible ways to expand on this economic model. For instance there could be consumables bought in xNEUROS, temporary boosts, customization, etc. These extensions of the economic model could be added after thoughtful considerations, but for the initial version we want to focus on the essentials for the utility of the NEUROS and the released NFTs.

Hi Shockwaves frens!

We are happy to introduce the Sentry Turret NFTs to Shockwaves. While it was not initially in our roadmap, they will make the gameplay more interesting and will fit perfectly in the ecosystem we are creating.

Through a DAO staking battle, the community decided to that these Sentry Turrets should be NFTs. The total supply will be 333. Staking NEUROS tokens will be rewarded by a discount on the price of the NFTs.

The 150 first Sentry Turrets will be sold directly and the rest of the supply will be received in lootboxes.

UTILITY

Sentry turrets can be deployed at various locations on the map in Shockwaves, primarily on city rooftops. Each kill made by your turret will be counted as if it were done by an AI serving you. The main difference is that turrets are static and do not require equipping.

The way to deploy Sentry Turret NFTs in game is straightforward, after a game reach a certain point, you sentry turret emplacements are enabled and you can go there to add your turret. It’s up to you to strive to be the first one there. After a certain times, the turret emplacements that haven’t been used will spawn turrets automatically and the rewards earned by those turrets will be given to their owner.

You can destroy enemy turrets by shooting at them, but be cautious as they will try to neutralize you first. So, exercise caution while exploring the rooftops of Algorithmically Generated Cities.

METADATA

The more damage your turret inflicts, the higher the chance of killing an enemy and earning rewards. The number damage shown bellow might be balanced after community testing, typically to include other values such as the rotation speed, but it gives an idea of their relative strengths.

Common

- Supply: 148 — Damage: 100%

Uncommon

Supply: 100 — Damage: 105%

Rare

Supply: 50 — Damage: 115%

Epic

Supply: 25 — Damage: 130%

Legendary

Supply: 10 — Damage: 150%

Besides the rarity, each Sentry Turret will have a unique color schema and a manufacturer.

In addition to their in-game utility in Shockwaves, a mini-game can be played directly within the Open Sea page of each turret. As for the AI Agents, the primary goal is attract more people to the project and help the creation of earned marketing assets.

SALES

To reward our stakers and the owners of AI Agents, there are two levels of VIP status. There is also a discount to buy more NFTs at the same time.

Illuminati

Conditions: Top 33 stakers or owners of more than 11 AI Agents

Prices:

• 1 Turret: 44 MATIC
• 3 Turrets: 120 MATIC
• 10 Turrets: 350 MATIC

The Illuminati status is dedicated to the most involved members of the community. They will benefit from a reduced price as a token of gratitude for their contributions to the project. This is highly exclusive and will be limited to only a few investors.

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VIP

Conditions: Top 111 stakers or owners of more than 3 AI Agents

Prices:

• 1 Turret: 55 MATIC
• 3 Turrets: 150 MATIC
• 10 Turrets: 450 MATIC

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Public

Prices:

• 1 Turret: 66 MATIC
• 3 Turrets: 180 MATIC
• 10 Turrets: 550 MATIC

TEAM COMMENTARY

Sentry Turrets were not originally planned on the roadmap. They are an added bonus because we believe the design is cool, and they can provide real utility in the project. Since OpenSea has recently stopped its support for NFTs on BSC, we decided to sell the Turrets on the Polygon network and since the NEUROS is on BSC, the sale will be done in MATIC which will be used for the development of the project.

Together, we can all enjoy the benefits of this operation and appreciate the philosophy behind it. Feel free to join us

INTRO

Born from the fusion between the spirit of Satoshi and a megadrive pistochi is the protective guardian of shockwave players. Participating in all battles in Algorythmics cities populated by AI-AGENTS. Like a hairy and cute valkyrie, he brings the warriors of WEB3 to an ideal place to recharge their batteries before going into battle

HERE to prove their worth and train the NFTs participate in the ARCADES TOURNAMENT. a game designed by Pistoshi himself to reward the bravest and most obstinate. The Winners are rewarded with priceless assets that will accompany them in their quest for wealth and glory.

CONCEPT OF THE GAME

THE ARCADE TOURNAMENT is the most exciting tournament of the WEB3 MULTIVERSE the different projects can compete in a delirious competition and above all the champions can win exciting prizes from the different universes that coexist around the ARCADES.

the tournament offers a PVP game where each player participates individually. Each tournament is open for a given period during which players accumulate points by competing. At the end of the time, days, weeks those who have obtained the best score receive glory but above all rewards in the form of crypto assets. the periods during which the tournaments take place will always be announced in advance, at least 24 hours before this one so that everyone can prepare itself.

THE TOURNAMENT PRIZES

There is a vast amount of prizes you can win through the arcade. some will be directly related to Shockwaves and ARCADES but you can also win many assets from our fantastic partners. You will notably be able to win weapons, passes, characters and many other assets. Whatever those wins are will often be some of the coolest and most desirable NFTS and cryptos on the market.

Depending on the events and the partnerships, you will also be able to obtain NFTs and cryptos in preview. Participating in tournaments is therefore a fantastic opportunity to diversify your portfolio, discover new projects, or simply make your investments grow! The most modern WEB3 gamification assets are yours

In general, the tournament will be considered as sponsored by the project that provides the rewards and THE ARCADES social networks (telegram and Twitter) will ensure the promotion of the contribution of the generous partner

THE TOURNAMENT RULES

game modes may evolve but they will always have the same purpose. Climb to the top of the leaderboard to receive the grand prize. For this you will need skill, strategy and having made the right investments upstream. Your assets will have a direct impact on your score and will multiply the points you collect. Having an NFT from shockwaves, arcades or one of our partners is essential to be able to participate.

In addition, your stacking level will have a direct impact on your score. Stake the $NEUROS or the currency of the partner who organizes the tournament and the rules may differ. but in general staker will offer you a bonus of 200% to 300% depending on your score. The multiplication will be done at the very end of the tournament so all your points will benefit from the increase in your staking level even if you increase it just before the end of the tournament. At the time of the deadline a snapshot will be taken, the leaderboard will be published and the rewards will be airdropped in the following days.

OUTRO

The idea of ​​THE ARCADE and bringing together projects, investors and players. It offers you a space for friendly and fun exchange, but also a challenge and rewards for those who invest the most. Our wish is to create a living space in which everyone finds their account. The more projects related to THE ARCADE, the more public there will be and the greater the emphasis will be. So if there are projects you want to highlight, invite them to join us!

Have fun and see you seen in THE ARCADE

TG: https://t.me/The_Arcade_Forum

THE ARCADE: https://webgl.shockwaves.ai/ArcadeForum/