Christmas Odyssey with z2048 on COMBO Mainnet

🎁 December 25th to January 9th (UTC) | COMBO Mainnet

ZypherGames
6 min readDec 25, 2023

Join us in a festive gaming event and compete for 1 $BNB in rewards, exclusive achievement NFTs, and $500 worth of airdrop Whitelist opportunities supported by COMBO.

As we reflect on a year of impactful product releases and dynamic partnerships, we’re excited to share yet another milestone: the launch of the z2048 as one of the first games live on COMBO Mainnet.

This year-end brings a special treat as we spearhead the Combo Web3 Gaming League with an exclusive Christmas 2048 tournament. Get ready to dive into an electrifying gaming extravaganza, packed with unique challenges, festive excitement, and extraordinary rewards. Join us from December 25th to January 9th (UTC) on Combo for an unforgettable journey into the world of z2048. Experience the excitement here.

🌟 What’s special about z2048?

  • Classic Gameplay with a Twist: At its core, z2048 mirrors the beloved classic 2048 game. Dive into the addictive challenge of maneuvering on a 4x4 grid, with the ultimate goal of creating the “2048” tile. For tips and strategies, check out our Game Tutorials.
  • Powered by ZKP: z2048 takes a groundbreaking step as the first ZKP-powered, fully on-chain 2048 game, where multiple transactions are aggregated into ZK proofs. This eliminates the hassle of signing individual tile moves. Playing a round costs approximately $0.5–$2 in gas fees on Combo.
  • Easy Access and Start: Jump right into the action without any hurdles! z2048 requires no NFT purchases or downloads for participation. Experience the game with the first 30 steps offered for free. Begin your gaming journey with a mere 0.005$BNB donation, contributing to the Tournament Rewards pool.
  • Mobile Wallet Compatible: Stay connected and play on-the-go! z2048 is fully compatible with popular mobile wallets like MetaMask, OKX Wallet, BitGet Wallet, and Token Pocket. Additionally, z2048 is the first game to leverage Zypher’s Cloud Service, enabling mobile users to outsource complex Proof Computation.

🏆Campaign 1: z2048 Combo Tournament

Zypher Games is excited to host a special 2048 tournament to celebrate the launch.

  • No Sign-Up Required: Simply visit app.zypher.game/2048 and start playing on the COMBO Mainnet.
  • Tile 256 NFT (Soul-bound): Achieve a milestone by reaching Tile 256 (example) during the game and claim a Soul-bound 256 NFT, complete with game info and a replay link.
  • Leaderboard Rules: Players are ranked based on the highest score, followed by fewer moves and least time in case of ties.
  • Top player Verification: All moves are verifiable on-chain, ensuring fairness and transparency. The top 10 games will be available for replay on the leaderboard.

Tournament Rewards

Prize Pool: The prize pool, comprising Total Player Donations from each game plus an additional 0.5 $BNB sponsored by Zypher, will be distributed among the top 10 players of the season as per the Leaderboard.

Distribution:
🥇 1st Place: 50% of the prize pool
🥈 2nd Place: 30% of the prize pool
🥉 3rd-10th Places: 20% of the prize pool

🌟 Campaign 2: COMBO Web3 Gaming League Galxe Tasks

  • 🎄COMBO Web3 Gaming League: COMBO <> Zypher Games🎄
    Sponsored by Zypher Games and the COMBO network, this includes 0.5 $BNB from Zypher and $500 in Airdrop Whitelist opportunities supported by COMBO. Eligible for gamers who complete designated social tasks and hold Tile 256 NFTs. (Please ensure you use the same address for completing Galxe tasks and for on-chain achievements to qualify for the rewards.).
  • Campaign Partner Prizes:
    Engage in designated social media tasks from each project for your chance to win exciting partner prizes and COMBO’s GalxeOAT!

Our Heartfelt Thanks

We extend our deepest gratitude to the COMBO network for hosting this event on Galxe and congratulate them on their Mainnet release. A special thank you to our esteemed partners, Dot Gaming (Sailwars), Climbers, Gabby World, Heroes Battle Arena and Divine Cataclysm, for collaboratively building the COMBO Gaming Ecosystem and supporting this campaign.

About Zypher Games

Zypher Games stands at the forefront of the next-generation autonomous world infrastructure, harnessing Zero-Knowledge Proofs and Artificial Intelligence to provide a sophisticated platform for developing fully on-chain, immersive gaming experiences. This platform empowers game developers to craft rich, interactive worlds, emphasizing scalability, fairness, and the intricacies of game strategy.

Central to this innovation is Zypher’s Game Engine, a comprehensive, user-friendly toolkit designed for seamless integration of ZK features into games. This engine makes the development of fully on-chain games more accessible, even for developers with minimal experience in cryptography. Zypher Games supports a wide array of game genres, from intricate strategy and card games to Sandbox experiences. Their dedication to not just creating games but constructing entire autonomous worlds marks a significant shift in the gaming landscape, opening up new possibilities in the Web3 domain.

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About COMBO

COMBO is a leading provider of scaling solutions for Web3 game development. By leveraging the world’s top game engine, COMBO is building an open-source, decentralized, game-oriented Layer2 that is accessible to everyone. It aims to maximize the potential of Web3 games by connecting game developers with the entire ecosystem in an efficient, affordable, and secure way. Learn more about COMBO by visiting combonetwork.io or reviewing the developer documentation here. If you’re interested in deploying on the COMBO network, reach out to an expert.

Guide for New COMBO Users

Please ensure you are visiting the official links provided by COMBO for your security and to avoid any risks.

Network Configuration

To get started with z2048 on the COMBO network, follow these steps to configure your wallet. Or visit the Combo website to add COMBO Mainnet.

  1. Visit the COMBO Website: Go to COMBO Network to begin adding the Combo network to your wallet.
  2. Configuration Information: Enter the following details in your wallet’s network settings:

Bridging $BNB Tokens to COMBONetwork

To cover gas fees on the COMBO network, you’ll need to bridge $BNB tokens:

  1. Ensure $BNB Availability: Make sure you have $BNB in your wallet for gas fees.
  2. Bridging Process:
  • Visit the Combo Network Bridge.
  • Connect your wallet via the #BNBChain.
  • Enter the amount you wish to deposit and click on “Deposit”.

Playing the z2048 Game on COMBO

  1. Accessing the Game: Go to the Zypher Games app page and select z2048.
  2. Choose the COMBONetwork: Once selected, you’ll be presented with a special Christmas version of the game. Click on ‘Start Game’.
  3. Initial Moves: Enjoy the first 30 complimentary moves for free. Slide the tiles strategically to score higher.
  4. Continuing the Game: To proceed further in the game, donate 0.005 $BNB to the Grand Prize pool. Continue sliding and merging tiles with matching numbers, aiming for the highest score possible.
  5. As a fully on-chain game, all moves are aggregated in ZK proofs. You sign a transaction every 120 moves to submit the proof.
  6. Unlocking Achievements: Upon unlocking the 256 Tile, you can claim your Tile 256 SBT. This achievement makes you eligible to participate in the Galxe campaign: 🎄 COMBO Web3 Gaming League: COMBO <> Zypher Games 🎄.
  7. Leaderboard Challenge: Accumulate as many tiles as possible. Ranking in the top 10 on the leaderboard gives you a chance to share in the grand prize pool, which includes 0.5 BNB from Zypher and contributions from each game.

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