🧐 Binance Alpha's popular MapleStory Universe&NXPC research report: Can the adventure island of Web3 games ignite a new wave of blockchain gaming? As Binance Alpha's largest single airdrop project currently: A single account received over a thousand dollars in Alpha airdrops and BNB Holder airdrops, which is simply amazing: it's been a long time since such a big pig's foot meal was made; As the focus behind BN, everyone must pay attention to spending more time researching, Observing the layout of Binance in the past six months, Alpha may not be a reward system, but rather a way for Binance to build future finance+identity+platform credit. It is the experimental field for Binance to systematically build a "user loyalty+behavior incentive model" for the first time; This is not just an airdrop, but Binance is building its own user points system based on its own ecosystem; So I often tell my friends: you're not trying to earn points, you're in the front row of Web3 central bank credit issuance. Understand the entrance: https://www. ((binance.com))/zh-CN/bnb Binance analysis: https://www. ((binance.com))/zh-CN/support/announcement/detail/07c88538531d40d49492b314994bf6c5 Then let's talk about NXPC attracting a lot of attention due to the Alpha event, and these other projects can also be seen. In the future, we hope to achieve such cooperation with Binance; Then let's analyze together why @ MaplestorYU NXPC is able to achieve its current success—— one ️⃣ Project Overview: Web3 Rebirth of Adventure Island, Carrying the Emotions and Ambitions of a Generation: The popularity of NXPC is not only due to its price, but also because it is not just a game, but a new chapter in the Web3 world for MapleStory IP, which carries countless childhood memories of players. Imagine a classic MMORPG with a 20-year history and over 260 million players worldwide, now transformed into a Layer 1 blockchain ecosystem based on the Avalanche subnet. Behind this is a $100 million gamble by South Korean gaming giant Nexon, attempting to redefine the future of gaming with blockchain technology. To enhance RX, MSU has introduced an on chain token mechanism that combines NFT, NXPC, and NESO—— We all know that the biggest problem with blockchain games is "sustainability" - how to avoid GameFi becoming Ponzi? The core mechanism of MSU is actually designed around the concept of "RX=Utility+Rarity" to create an economic model: 1) All on chain assets (equipment/materials) exist in NFT form and can be used for multiple MSU games. 2) NXPC is an ecological token used for exchanging/destroying NFTs, participating in governance, and entering higher-level gaming areas. 3) NESO is a consumable token that is more inclined towards in-game trading media and activity rewards. The in-game items will be issued in the form of NFTs, with cross application availability and scarcity. Players can exchange, recycle, and participate in ecological governance through NXPC. In addition, NESO serves as the foundational currency for various on chain application scenarios, widely used for rewards, transactions, and unlocking high-level content. MapleStory Universe @ Maplestory U NXPC is the governance token of this universe, with a total of 1 billion tokens. It forms a dual token system with the in-game circulating token NESO, with a 1:1 fixed exchange ratio, ensuring economic stability and allowing players to seamlessly participate in ecological governance and in-game transactions. As a post-90s generation, I remember the days when I used to save pocket money to go to internet cafes to play Adventure Island. Now that I see this IP reborn with the wings of Web3, I am both excited and looking forward to it—— This is not only a technological revolution, but also a continuation of emotions. But the question is, can it really fly? In the Web3 world, emotions are no longer just memories, but assets that can be put on the chain. When Nexon announced the introduction of the classic MMORPG MapleStory Universe (MSU) into blockchain technology, it was not only a technological upgrade, but also a narrative revolution. This is the underlying narrative logic of MapleStory Universe (MSU): It is not creating games from Web3, but extending Web3 from games. NXPC， It is not a speculative token of AliExpress, but a financialization attempt of emotional capital. NXPC is not only a token, but also a bridge connecting the past and the future. two ️⃣ Project advantage: The perfect combination of emotion and innovation: 1. Powerful IP endorsement and user base Relying on the "MapleStory" IP operated by Nexon for over 20 years, with a cumulative user base of over 250 million and historical revenue of over 5 billion US dollars, it has strong brand trust and intergenerational user stickiness, providing a natural traffic entry for Web3 landing. 2. Unique RX model The project revolves around the "Reward Experience (RX)" to reshape the value logic of blockchain games. Through a dual dimensional design of "Utility+Rarity", a long-term sustainable gaming power system is constructed to enhance the satisfaction and achievement of asset acquisition. 3. A comprehensive economic model Introducing an economic model that integrates NFT (Asset Bearer), NXPC (Exchange and Circulation Core), and NESO (Universal Token), supporting cross application circulation of assets, contribution incentives, and value recovery, and bridging the complete path from "output transaction destruction". 4. Technical and financial support We have built a dedicated subnet on Avalanche and plan to launch the PC MMORPG MapleStory N by the end of 2024. Nexon will set up a $100 million Web3 fund to support the developer ecosystem and promote the prosperity of UGC and on chain interaction. 5. Mature anti cheating system and economic stability mechanism With 20 years of operational experience and over 10 million account bans, MapleStory has industry-leading anti cheating and rarity control mechanisms, which help prevent chain game inflation and value collapse, and provide protection for RX design. three ️⃣ Future prospects: Can NXPC become the next king of blockchain gaming? To be honest, it won't be the kind of "old wine in a new bottle" project that can be pulled dozens of times by short-term cryptocurrency speculation. You should expect it to explode 20 times in three or five days. It is recommended to check other memes. NXPC is more like a "Web2 IP chain transformation target": IP/traffic/emotion in Web2, narrative and asset liquidity in Web3. Its value does not rely on airdrops or L2 installation of X, but on the trust gained through content, gameplay, community, and time. We still need to see his future development trend—— Firstly, Nexon is a South Korean giant with support from Avalanche's exclusive subnet. The on chain interaction does not rely on public chain congestion. They have also launched a $100 million Web3 game fund, with the aim of "supporting the ecosystem" rather than "raising coin prices". The upcoming MapleStory N (2024 Q4) will be MSU's first truly explosive battle. 1) Reasons for optimism: unlimited potential, Web3 game disruptor: MapleStory Universe is like a dark horse on the Web3 gaming track, entering the battlefield with full sincerity and ambition. It not only has top-level IP and endorsement from major companies, but also a clear token economy model and innovative NFT mechanism. More importantly, Nexon is bringing Web2 and Web3 closer together with practical actions—— For example, simplifying the concept of blockchain through Token Comics can help traditional players get started painlessly. If MapleStory N can continue the immersive gameplay of Adventure Island while maintaining transparency and fairness in the economic system (such as real-time public reward data), it has the potential to become a benchmark in the blockchain gaming industry, bringing millions of Web2 players into the crypto world. Looking at the technical aspect, the underlying architecture based on the Avalanche subnet gives MapleStory Universe the advantages of high scalability and low cost, which is crucial for large-scale blockchain gaming. Moreover, Nexon's global operational experience also means that this project will not be limited to the Asian market, but has the ability to radiate globally and attract a wider user base. If everything goes smoothly, NXPC is not just a game token, but a bridge connecting games and blockchain. Every token in the hands of players may become a passport to the future digital economy. 2) Risks and Challenges: Old Problems of Web3 Games: But the blockchain gaming track has never been a smooth road. The lessons of Axie Infinity's past are still vivid in my memory—— In the early days, "Play to Earn" attracted countless players, but after the speculative boom subsided, the economic model became imbalanced and player loss was severe. MapleStory Universe is currently in the public beta stage, and the player retention rate and stability of the economic system have not yet been tested by the market. If the game relies too much on airdrops and rewards to attract users, but neglects the novelty and fun of the core gameplay, the value of NXPC may soon be neglected by the market. In addition, the price trend of NXPC also raises some concerns. At the initial stage of listing, the token broke through $3.6 and the FDV reached $3 billion, but currently the circulation is only 16.37%. The pressure of token release in the future should not be underestimated. Although there are top projects such as Gala Games and The Sandbox in the Web3 gaming track, there are not many overall narrative and technological breakthroughs. Relying solely on adventure island IP to drive prices to this range seems overly optimistic. Nexon needs to prove that MapleStory Universe is not just a chain game that "rides on hot topics", but an ecosystem that can truly change the rules of the game. 3) My thoughts: The collision of emotions and innovation is worth a try: As someone who has played Adventure Island and dabbled in the Web3 community, my feelings for NXPC are complex. On the one hand, I am eagerly looking forward to seeing this IP that carries my childhood memories rejuvenated in the world of blockchain; On the other hand, I am also worried that it will follow in the footsteps of other blockchain games and become a flash in the pan. But based on the information currently disclosed, Nexon's sincerity and execution make me willing to give it a chance. MapleStory Universe is not just a "gold game", but a creator economy ecosystem with depth and warmth. If it can balance speculation and gameplay, NXPC may truly become the next breakthrough point in the blockchain gaming industry. Conclusion—— MapleStory is not just a game, it is a part of many people's youth. When it connects to the chain, grants asset ownership, and builds cross game NFT usage rights, what it is actually doing is the "refinancing" of cross generational user emotional assets. This is the rarest thing in Web3: real users+emotional memory+content reuse. Ultimately, chains are just tools, emotions are the moat. Those who are still speculating on memes and wool may need to take a closer look at the true blockchain gaming revolution behind NXPC. Not all blockchain games have a future, but MSU may be one of the few who "survive". NXPC is not only a token, but also a bridge connecting the past and the future. In the world of Web3, emotions are no longer just memories, but assets that can be put on the chain.