Web3 game Noodle.gg has rapidly gained popularity for its twist on the classic Slither.io formula.
Unlike the original game, which focuses purely on gameplay, Noodle.gg adds a financial element where players wager Solana (SOL) to play. If they consume another player’s snake, they collect the SOL they wagered; if they die, they lose their stake.
This integration of cryptocurrency has caught the attention of both gamers and investors, with the associated meme coin, NOODLE, seeing significant market growth in a short period.
What is Noodle.gg?
Noodle.gg is a blockchain-based version of the popular game Slither.io, where players control snakes that grow larger by consuming other players’ snakes. The key difference in Noodle.gg is the introduction of cryptocurrency, where players must stake Solana (SOL) as an entry fee. When a player eliminates another’s snake, they collect the wagered SOL, but if they die, they lose their stake.
The game was created by Alex Leiman, who shared the concept with his audience on X, resulting in viral attention and millions of views within a day.
Alongside the game, Noodle.gg has launched the NOODLE token, a meme coin that has seen a rise in market value as a result of the game’s popularity. At the time of its launch, the NOODLE token had no immediate use within the game, but its value skyrocketed due to speculation and interest from crypto enthusiasts. The market cap reached over $19 million shortly after its release, although it has since settled at around $14.4 million.
How to get started with Noodle.gg?
The game is currently only available in the United States and getting started requires just a few simple steps:
- Set up a Solana Wallet: Since the game operates on the Solana blockchain, players need to have a Solana-compatible wallet to participate. This wallet will be used to store SOL and any winnings from the game.
- Fund Your Wallet: Before you can start playing, you need to transfer Solana (SOL) into your wallet. This is the entry fee for the game, and you’ll use this to wager while playing.
- Join the Game: Once your wallet is funded, head to the Noodle.gg platform and start playing. The game is accessible via a browser, and you can begin by controlling your snake to consume others and grow larger.
- Earn or Lose SOL: As you play, you’ll be competing against other players. If you eliminate another snake, you’ll earn their wagered SOL. However, if you die, you’ll lose the SOL you wagered to enter the game.
To cash out your winnings, players need to survive long enough in the game to reach the end. Once they do, they must press the Enter key for three seconds, which brings up the option to enter a Solana wallet address.
The amount of SOL you wish to withdraw can then be specified. However, the game’s terms of service indicate that withdrawals can be restricted under certain conditions, including time limitations, minimum playtime requirements, or suspected cheating.
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