# **GameOn TON Global Gaming Hackathon Overview** The GameOn TON Global Gaming Hackathon is a groundbreaking event hosted by **AEON, Oak Grove Ventures, Nomad Capital, The Open Network (TON) Foundation, and TOP**, with confirmed co-hosts with Gate.io, MEXC Ventures, Alibaba Cloud, Gam3Girl Ventures, OKX Wallet, Draper Associates, and Winking Studios. Running from September to November 2024, this prestigious event is the world’s largest TON ecosystem gaming hackathon, offering a **$6,000,000 prize pool in total**: AEON and TON will contribute $2M in total to the prize pool, combining prizes for teams and individuals, grants and direct investments. MEXC Ventures is contributing another $2M to the hackathon's prize pool. Gate.io will further bolster the prize pool with $1M investment and grants. Alibaba adds $1M in grants and cloud server benefits. It combines virtual sessions with offline events in cities like **Singapore and Dubai**. The hackathon aims to attract top talent, foster innovation, and accelerate the development of Web3 games on TON while driving adoption of the AEON payment protocol. This hackathon is your chance to transform your game idea into a reality. Seize the opportunity to make your mark on the gaming industry! # **Key Dates & Timeline** GameOn TON, a hybrid event, combines virtual and in-person experiences to foster a global gaming community. The schedule is as follows: - September 19: **Opening Ceremony** at Singapore - November 1: **Dev Workshop** at Dubai - November 14: **Last Day of Registration** - November 18: **Last Day of Submission** Please ensure technical development is completed by Nov 18th. - December 10: **Announcement of Shortlisted Projects** - Januaury: The closing ceremony is scheduled to take place, and the final results are expected to be officially announced in January, in accordance with the official announcement. *Please note that event dates may be subject to change due to evolving circumstances. We encourage all participants to stay informed by following AEON on [Twitter](https://x.com/AEON_Community) and joining our [GameOnTON Hackathon Telegram group](https://t.me/GameOn_TON_Hackathon), where the most up-to-date information will be shared. # **TVB (TON Valuable Builder) Program** The TVB (TON Valuable Builder) Program is a key component of the GameOn TON Hackathon, crafted to drive innovation and expand the TON ecosystem. This initiative is divided into two specialized tracks—TVB Founder Track and TVB Startup Track—catering to both seasoned founders and early-stage teams, providing them with the tools, guidance, and resources necessary to succeed in the rapidly evolving Web3 landscape. 1. **$900,000 for TVB Founder Track:** A total of $900,000 in prizes distributed across the top 20 projects in the TVB Founder Track, with larger rewards for the top three final winners. - **Grand Champion 1st Place:** $500,000 - **Platinum Game Master 2nd Place:** $100,000 - **Gold Leader 3rd Place:** $60,000 - **Excellence Award 4th-10th:** $140,000 ($20,000 each) - **Honorable Award 11th-20th:** $100,000 ($10,000 each) * The GameOn TON Founder Track is looking to collaborate closely with up to 50 founders across different cycles. * Participants will work directly with the Oak Grove Ventures investment team and core contributors and developers from TON, while also receiving broad support from the ecosystem. * You can either work with us to shape and finalize a business concept or bring an idea you need help bringing to life. * We’re also open to sharing ideas with founders interested in addressing real-world challenges. * The Founder Track serves as a venture studio focused on launching business ideas and initiatives that address problems on Ton or Telegram. * Successful applicants may also gain access to direct investment opportunities from GameOn TON mentor team, a strong alumni network, business development and security support, and industry exposure. 2. **$200,000 for TVB Startup Track:** $200,000 will be distributed to 20 individuals, students or early-stage startups who demonstrate exceptional performance. - **1st Place:** $30,000 - **2nd & 3rd Place:** $40,000 ($20,000 each) - **4th-5th Place:** $30,000 ($15,000 each) - **6th-10th Place:** $50,000 ($10,000 each) - **11th-20th Place:** $50,000 ($5,000 each) * The Startup Track is designed to assist early-stage companies building on Telegram or TON, providing them with resources, tools, and a customized curriculum aimed at helping Web3 startups achieve product-market fit for sustainable growth. * The program includes several components such as coaching, workshops, and investment opportunities from GameOn TON mentors, which will be available to top projects after a thorough evaluation process. * Coaching sessions are led by experts covering key topics like legal frameworks, security, cross-chain infrastructure, go-to-market strategies, tokenomics, fundraising techniques, and more. * Participants also benefit from fireside chats, one-on-one mentorship with the Oak Grove Ventures team, support from the TON ecosystem, and media exposure. Additionally, TVB provides successful applicants with opportunities for potential direct investment from Oak Grove Ventures, GameOn TON capital partners and major exchanges, access to a strong alumni network, support from business development and technical perspectives, as well as increased industry visibility. Being accepted into GameOn TON TVB program or being an GameOn TON cohort top performer does not guarantee that your token will be listed on a centralized exchange or the direct investment from these centralized exchanges. Additionally, marketing activities do not equate to investment or investment advice and admission into GameOn TON Program does not equate to any investment in the projects. # **Grand Prizes & Rewards** The total prize fund of **$6,000,000** includes: - **AEON & TON Foundation Funds:** AEON and TON will contribute $2M in total to the prize pool, combining prizes for teams and individuals, grants, and direct investments. - **$1,000,000 Alibaba Prize:** Alibaba Cloud will provide $1M in grants and cloud server benefits. - **$2,000,000 MEXC Ventures Prize:** MEXC Ventures contributes $2M to the hackathon's prize pool, offering investment and listing services for high-quality projects. - **$1,000,000 Gate.io Prize:** Gate.io will provide an additional $1 million in investment and grants, along with essential resources, funding and listing opportunities for outstanding projects. For the winning teams and individuals, these are what each stakeholder will provide: - **Winking Studios** will provide game development and game art design boot camps for all participating teams, as well as long-term game development and art direction programs and consultant mentoring for the winning team. - **Top exchanges** will provide investment opportunities and further business support. - **Investment Funds** will provide explicit mentorships and investment opportunities. - **Infrastructure and ecosystem partners** will provide relevant development resources for all participants. *The prizes will be denominated in USD currency, be paid in cryptocurrency. The specific cryptocurrency will be determined at the time of awarding. # Submission Requirements **Deployment** - Teams participating in the hackathon are required to build their projects on the Telegram Mini Apps and utilize AEON's crypto-payment protocol for game testing and operations. **Implementation** - Submit a fully functional application that demonstrates mock data and integrations. The Mini App must be developed from the ground up. - Teams can close-source GitHub repo during the hackathon but are required to grant access to the judges after the submission deadline for evaluation purposes. Teams can opt for open-source under BSL 1.1, which stipulates that the codes cannot be used for commercial purposes by other parties. - The dApp should support TON. **Links** - For your hackathon submission, please provide the link to your Telegram Mini App. Make sure the app is fully functional and accessible via the provided link. **Showcase** - Developers are encouraged to submit slides or a short demo video to better present their project and highlight key features or functionality. **Language** - All Submission materials must be in English or, if not in English, the Entrant must provide an English translation of the demonstration video, text description, and testing instructions as well as all other materials submitted. **Others** - Teams must be online and in attendance during the award announcement to win a prize. - Entrants undertake to submit projects that do not violate relevant laws and regulations, infringe any intellectual property or other rights of any third parties, or will otherwise be disqualified. # Judging Criteria The 3 key principle abilities we are searching for in a good project are: a) Massive User Adoption, b) Sustainable Utilities and c) Revenue Potential. Below are the criteria which we use to score each project. **Concept & Feasibility** What is your project’s concept and how is it designed to succeed or differentiate itself in the market? What is your project’s value proposition? If your project is revenue-generating, what is the proposed revenue model? **Project Design** Does your project make good use of the TON technology and AEON Crypto payment products? Will your project architecture scale? Are interfaces well-defined and thought through? How is your project designed to succeed? **Project Implementation** Is the project well implemented? Is it clean and effective in its goal? What level of functionality has been delivered? As submitted, how easy to use is the project? How well does the submitted project align with the concept and design? # Scoring Mechanism 1. Game Concept & Creativity (5%) * Originality: Is the game concept unique or a fresh take on an existing genre? (5%) 2. Gameplay (20%) * Playability: Does the game work as intended? Are there any bugs or crashes? (10%) * Fun/ potential of addiction: Is the game easy to pick up and play?Does the game have compelling mechanics that make it fun and engaging to play? (10%) 3. Graphics & Design (8%) * User Interface (UI): Is the UI intuitive and polished? (8%) 4. Technical Innovation (13%) * Use of TON: How effectively does the team integrate TON into the project? (13%) 5. Team Collaboration (10%) * Experience & Teamwork: How well did the team collaborate and distribute tasks? Did they show strong communication and leadership? (10%) 6. Fundraising & Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy (22%) * Monetization Strategy: Is there a clear plan for how the game could generate revenue (e.g., in-app purchases, ads, premium content)? (6%) * GTM Plan: Does the team have a well-thought-out strategy for launching the game and acquiring users (e.g., marketing plan, distribution channels, community-building efforts)? (7%) * Community Building:Is there a clear plan for keeping users engaged over time, such as updates, multiplayer modes, or competitive elements? (5%) * Distribution channel: access to channels, referral design (4%) 7. Token Design & Mechanism (20%) * Token Utility: How well does the game integrate tokens as a meaningful part of the gameplay or economy? (10%) * Token Engagement: Does the game incentivize users to hold, trade, or use tokens to enhance engagement? (10%) 8. Presentation & Demo (2%) * Pitch Quality: How well did the team explain their game concept and demonstrate gameplay? (2%) # Who Can Apply The GameOn TON hackathon is open to individuals who are at least the age of majority in their place of residence, teams of such eligible individuals, and organizations, including corporations, nonprofits, LLCs, partnerships, and other legal entities that are established at the time of entry. Teams or individuals from sponsor or affiliate organizations are also eligible to participate. # About AEON [AEON](https://aeon.xyz/) is a next-generation modular payment protocol designed to unify the standard of crypto payments and enable real-world connectivity. By simplifying the integration, processing, and settlement of crypto payments, AEON offers low-cost, verifiable, and secure payment processing. Developing a robust crypto payment standard akin to Visa, AEON aims to connect web3 infrastructures with mass adoption use cases, ensuring adaptability, liquidity, and efficiency and supporting on-chain payment methods such as subscriptions, global fiat rails, and tips. # About Oak Grove Ventures Oak Grove Ventures is a Singapore-based fund with $60 million in capital that focuses on early stage investment in crypto. Founded by founders for founders. Oak Grove invests financial and human capital in visionary founders. Previously operating as a family office, Oak Grove Ventures has a proven track record of having supported over 50 projects and 10 funds in the past. # About TON Foundation [TON Foundation](https://ton.org/) was established in Switzerland in 2023. The Open Network Foundation is a non-profit organization funded entirely by community contributions. The Open Network Foundation acts in the interests of the community by supporting initiatives that help achieve The Open Network's mission. # About Nomad Capital [Nomad Capital](https://www.nomadcapital.io/) is an operator fund that provides hands-on assistance to help projects develop and scale. We not only have strong experience in investing but also in building and managing businesses, which gives us a more comprehensive angle from which to evaluate investment opportunities than other funds. # About TOP TOP (The Open Platform) is on a mission to put Web3 in every pocket by distributing and simplifying TON Blockchain services.