Stepn is Back: Solana-Based Game Gets Social Upgrade

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FSL, the company behind the popular move-to-earn game Stepn, is launching a new version called Stepn Go.

The upgraded app introduces various social elements to the existing Solana-based game, enhancing the user experience on iOS and Android.

Building on the original Stepn app’s success, which has rewarded players with crypto tokens for physical activity since 2021, Stepn Go aims to advance the move-to-earn concept further. The original app boasts over 5.6 million users and partnerships with brands like Adidas and Asics.

One standout feature is the “Haus System.” This allows NFT owners to lend their digital sneakers to others and share the crypto rewards, making it easier for new users to join the platform without purchasing NFTs upfront.

The app includes an interactive map, enabling players to see other users and leave messages. Additionally, a player-vs-player (PvP) mode allows users to compete and earn FSL’s ecosystem token, GMT.

Read more: What Is STEPN (GMT)?

FSL co-founder Yawn Rong emphasized the community’s role in these developments.

“The community has been requesting social features since the early days of Stepn. We’re excited to reveal these new features, which will propel Stepn Go into mainstream adoption,” said Rong.

Stepn Go offers a new token, the Go Gaming Token (GGT), which users can earn through physical activities. This token adds another incentive for users to stay active and engaged with the app. The original Stepn app will continue to operate, rewarding users with cryptocurrency for walking, jogging, or running while wearing NFT sneakers.

In response to user feedback, Stepn Go includes several community-suggested enhancements. The app’s “Interactive Map” enhances user interaction by allowing connections between players, including adding friends and exchanging messages during activities.

The alpha version of Stepn Go will debut in Q3 2024. During this launch, there will be a Sneaker NFT Alpha Prize Draw, with FSL giving out 5,000 digital sneakers to community members who pledge their GMT tokens.

Jerry Huang, another co-founder of FSL, noted its accessibility.

“Introducing Stepn Go means making the web3 space accessible to novices without wallet setups or initial NFT purchases. This makes fitness both enjoyable and rewarding,” said Huang.

The roadmap includes several exciting features that will roll out gradually. Users can expect customizable avatars and outfits, an energy system to maintain economic sustainability, and the ability to earn GGT by engaging in physical activities. Stepn Go’s innovative features and community-focused approach are set to revolutionize the move-to-earn sector, making it more interactive and rewarding.