Catizen, a gaming bot on Telegram, offers a unique cat-themed virtual world where users can play games, earn real-world value, and engage in the Web3 ecosystem while supporting charitable causes.
GameFi, which merges gaming with decentralized finance, has grown significantly, especially with its play-to-earn (P2E) model that allows players to earn real-world rewards. In 2023, the GameFi market was valued at $12.72 billion, and projections suggest it could reach $94.57 billion by 2032. However, it still lags behind the global video game market, which is expected to hit $455.30 billion by 2024.
Despite GameFi’s rapid growth, it has yet to match the scale of traditional gaming. New Web3 platforms are emerging to close this gap, fostering a global community based on empathy, kindness, and social responsibility. One such platform uses cats—known for their calming effects—as mascots to promote a better future.
Harnessing the Healing Power of Cats
Catizen, accessible via the cloud-based messaging app Telegram, emphasizes the social benefits of gaming by leveraging the potential of GameFi and Web3. It provides a virtual environment where players can relax and enjoy themselves, away from the pressures of the fast-paced crypto and gaming worlds. With its easy-to-play and quickly-learned game mechanics, Catizen offers the added advantage of P2E dynamics.
In the delightful Meowverse, players begin with a digital cat that serves as their companion, unlocking additional game features and reward opportunities. Users can merge and upgrade their cats, climb the leaderboards, and gain greater rewards as they advance.
The platform also features an adorable AI game called Al Kitty, where users can feed and care for kitties, raise kittens, and help them make friends. This aspect is particularly engaging for younger players, who can accompany the cats’ growth and learn from the experience.
Distinguishing itself from other Web3 projects, Catizen has rapidly become one of the fastest-growing applications on the TON blockchain, generating revenue through in-game purchases. While Telegram’s crypto interaction rate is around 0.66%, Catizen boasts a much higher rate of 7%, indicating more active participation in on-chain transactions.
Community Contributions and Charitable Initiatives
Catizen’s community-driven efforts are having a significant impact. With over 1.7 million players, nearly 1.25 million on-chain users, and over $10 million in in-game purchase revenue generated in just ten weeks, Catizen commits 1% of its in-game purchase revenue to nonprofits, allowing the community to vote on the beneficiaries. This journey will continue with charity campaigns involving the community.
A campaign encouraging users to share stories of rescuing stray cats has fostered unity and purpose. Participants can post images, videos, or text on Twitter or Telegram using their Catizen UID. In just one week, community members shared over 10,000 posts about their experiences with stray cats, highlighting their active involvement.
Looking ahead, Catizen aims to become a key mini-app within the TON ecosystem, spreading the therapeutic power of cats to users worldwide. With their mission encapsulated in the motto “Catizen Vibe, Heal the World,” they aspire to create a better future through the joy of gaming and community strength.
Catizen also plans to introduce voting for nonprofit organizations, allowing the community to decide which groups to support. In future stages, holders of the native token CATI will become integral members of the Catizen community, as well as advocates for cat welfare.
Despite the scientifically proven benefits of cats for human health, many stray cats face harsh conditions globally. In a world often divided and conflicted, the Catizen team believes the simple yet profound presence of cats can inspire humanity to work towards a brighter future.
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