Inside Insights: Candid AMA with Co-Founder Alexa
Q1: After the past few months of building, are there any new updates and progress that you would like to share with us?
Alexa: We’re thrilled to share that TOPGOAL is undergoing a transformative rebranding to further align with our vision as a leader in AI-powered Web3 sports games and ecosystems. This change extends deeply into our offerings and the technological advancements we’re bringing to the sports and gaming community.
Our platform, powered by the native token $GOAL, continues to provide immersive interactions with your favorite athletes, teams, and sports events, enhanced by Personal Sports AI. With blockchain and AI technologies, we’re elevating the fantasy sports experience across football, basketball, and baseball with our self-developed AI engines that bring lifelike performance and strategic depth to your management journey.
Looking forward, Footballcraft, our flagship Web3 simulation football game, is set for Early Access. It’s a competition for power, fortune, and fame where every strategic decision impacts your path. As we gear up for the launch on iOS, Android, and Web with big partners, join us to enjoy the European Cup and compete for over $1M USD worth of total prize!
Q2: Now that you mentioned that Footballcraft is fully developed and ready for launch, so what are your team’s future plans for the game?
Alexa: Yes, we think the gaming bullrun in sports will mint new millionaires. And our Footballcraft Early Access V1 just launched on iOS, Android and the Web, we’re setting the stage for a series of major events in the upcoming months that you won’t want to miss:
- Staking Event: Stake your $GOAL and $CHZ, earning points, and swap them for Mystery Box. The top 300 will share 1000 Footballcraft Mega NFT Mystery Boxes. Participants can join this event here: https://footballcraft.io/stake
- Early Access V1 — Referral Campaign: A fantastic opportunity to earn rewards by inviting friends to join. More buddies, more earnings, greater success. We welcome all fans to join us: https://footballcraft.io/inviteFriend
- NFT Sales: Footballcraft will feature two series of NFT sales. One includes sneaker NFTs & stadium NFTs, which enhance gameplay by offering unique features and benefits within the game. And the other includes athlete NFTs, these NFTs provide significant economic returns.
- European Cup Season: European Cup is coming, over $1 million in $GOAL rewards event will start from early June. This season provides users a platform to showcase their strategic and management skills in various competitions. Users can play the game, join European Cup prediction events, and complete daily tasks. Claim victory, cement your championship title and substantial prizes among the elite!
- Official Launch of Footballcraft: The official release of Footballcraft is scheduled in early Sep and will be promoted through traditional web2 market channels to attract millions of web2 gamers, setting the stage for Footballcraft to become a leader in the web3 sports gaming industry. The official version will include new game features, an optimized user interface, and enhanced gameplay designed to provide a top-tier Web3 sports gaming experience. We will also enhance community interaction to ensure Footballcraft meets the diverse expectations and needs of all gamers or investors.
You can check our ROADMAP at https://x.com/FootballcraftFC/status/1774416399508840917.
Q3: So we saw that the $GOAL token was listed on OKX, Kucion, and Gate. Are you still preparing for new listing plans? Or some new geographical market expansion plans?
Alexa: Sure, we’re pleased to share that Footballcraft Footprint Network has reached a significant landmark. We will make debut in major Korean exchanges and actively developing our community in South Korea. The enthusiasm for football in the entire region is huge and football brings people together, is easy to enjoy.
While we’re making moves in Korea, we also plan to expand Japanese market with local parnters. Why? Because Japan’s crazy about football games and they don’t shy away from spending on what they love. Plus, Japan’s got a deep gaming culture, both traditional and digital, making it ripe for growth.
Also, we’re eyeing partnerships with local footballers, web3 influencers and communities in regions like South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Turkey and Vietnam markets with more than 500,000 real web3 users. Generally speaking, our market expansion is clear, it is already underway and we are very confident.
Q4: How does TOPGOAL plan to ensure that the game remains accessible to both crypto enthusiasts and non-crypto users, and how does it plan to onboard new players into the blockchain gaming space?
Alexa: As game makers and crypto adventurers, we’re stoked to see crypto gaining mainstream recognition and a growing crowd. Leveraging over a decade of web2 sports game development, our solution is: drop multi-platform releases — Android, iOS, Web with separated web2/web3 user base oriented UX designs — to cater to both web2 and web3 gamers.
Now, onto smoothly funneling newbies into crypto gaming. We’ve teamed up with industry frontrunners to tackle this challenge head-on. We’re particularly excited about our collaboration with Alchemy Pay, together to streamline the onboarding process for budding players. Through this collaboration, users can effortlessly acquire $GOAL tokens using fiat currency, seamlessly integrated into our Footballcraft portal, offering a frictionless transition into the vibrant world of crypto gaming. Feel free to check our collab details: https://alchemypay.org/news-and-press/alchemy-pay-supports-effortless-token-purchase-within-topgoal-sport-gaming-ecosystem.
Additionally, we’re exploring partnerships with top-tier exchanges and wallets to further address this challenge. Stay tuned for more updates.
Q5: Can you provide more information about the Footballcraft Early Access V2 release? What new features or updates can players expect from this release, and how do the rewards earned from the staking event tie into the Early Access V2 experience?
Alexa: Certainly! Footballcraft Early Access V2 lets players build and prepare their squads for the open beta. In this phase, you can purchase Mega NFTs to enhance your team and continue participating in our referral campaign by completing various tasks. All these activities are designed to gear you up for the Open Beta. The Open Beta is designed to be an exciting and expansive update that enriches the player experience with a variety of activities and match options tailored to different user interests and engagement levels. And the prize pool is worth over $1M. Here’s what you can expect from this upcoming release:
- Enhanced Daily Engagement Tasks and European Cup Predictions:
- 1.1 Daily Tasks: We’re introducing daily rewards and simple game tasks that users can complete to earn bonuses, enhancing daily engagement.
- 1.2 European Cup Prediction: As part of our engagement with the European Cup, players can participate in prediction events, testing their sports knowledge and winning rewards based on the outcomes of real-world matches.
2. Diverse Match Types:
- 2.1 Regular Matches (Free to Play and Earn): These matches are accessible to all players without any entry barriers. It allows players to engage freely and gain experience without investment.
- 2.2 Ranked Matches (Play to Earn): For those looking to earn more rewards, ranked matches provide a competitive play-to-earn environment. Players will need to purchase limited-edition footballer NFTs to enter, with potential high rewards based on performance and rankings.
3. Integration of Rewards from Staking Events:
- The rewards earned from staking events, such as Footballcraft Mega NFT Mystery Box and Footballcraft Mystery Box, play a crucial role in the V2 and Open Beta. Players can use these rewards to enter the game and gain NFTs or in-game assets from these rewards. This not only provides an incentive to participate in the staking events but also enhances the overall gameplay experience by allowing users to leverage their earned rewards for strategic advantages.
A warm reminder, early participation and strategic planning in both the daily tasks and competitive matches are key to maximizing rewards. Early Access V2 aims to create a dynamic and engaging environment that caters to a wide array of users — from casual gamers enjoying free-to-play options to competitive players thriving in play-to-earn scenarios. Hope all of you can find value and excitement in Footballcraft.
Q6: How does TopGoal plan to ensure the long-term sustainability of the $GOAL token and maintain a healthy ecosystem for both users and investors?
Alexa: Good one, to address the long-term sustainability of the $GOAL token and maintain a healthy ecosystem for our users and investors, we have implemented comprehensive strategies focusing on both utility and engagement:
Utility and Consumption of $GOAL: We are actively integrating $GOAL into various gameplay mechanics and user interactions within Footballcraft. Users can utilize $GOAL for purchasing and exchanging NFTs on marketplace of TOPGOAL or thirdparties, which not only serves as a consumption mechanism but also helps control the circulation of the token. Additionally, $GOAL is used in Staking and European Cup Prediction events within the game, further integrating it into the core activities of our ecosystem.
Gameplay Integration: It’s crucial to ensure that $GOAL has significant utility within the game itself. We are exploring various scenarios where $GOAL can be consumed within the official version of Footballcraft. But how to consume it, our game numerical planning team is actively experimenting to ensure the effective and long-term development of the economic model. Keep in touch with us so don’t miss out.
Revenues and Incentives: We are also focusing on creating opportunities for users to earn $GOAL through gameplay achievements and participation in community events. This approach not only rewards active participation but also helps distribute the token to a broader user base, enhancing its utility and circulation.
Q7: Could you elaborate on the collaboration between TOPGOAL and Chiliz, particularly in the context of the BNBChain ecosystem?
Alexa: TOPGOAL’s new web3 football game — Footballcraft will embrace multi-chain, with currently focus on BNB Chain and Chiliz Chain. Down the line, we’re eyeing more chains to meet diverse user needs. As we’ve developed a strong strategic alliance with BNB Chain for over two years, it’s clear that BNB Chain is a top choice for quality projects and discerning users due to its large user base, high transaction efficiency, and low-cost gas fees.
On the other hand, Chiliz Chain, a frontrunner in the web3 sports arena, carries the weight of global sports fan expectations. Positioned to be the premier sports-centric blockchain, it promises fans the ultimate digital sports and entertainment experience. This vision aligns seamlessly with TOPGOAL’s mission, and we’re honored to collaborate with Chiliz to launch Footballcraft, which stands tall as the best game on Chiliz Chain. Together, we’re committed to delivering top-notch sports and gaming experiences to fans.
AMA Link: https://x.com/AlchemyPayNews_/status/1785638159629549779
