What is Catizen (CATI)?

Deep Dive

1. Purpose & Value Proposition

Catizen aims to democratize gaming rewards by merging casual gameplay with blockchain incentives. Players earn $CATI through activities like managing virtual cat cities, completing quests, and participating in seasonal airdrops. Its "Play-to-Airdrop" model (Catizen Whitepaper) encourages long-term engagement, while 42% of tokens are reserved for player rewards.

The ecosystem also serves as a gateway for Web2 game developers to transition to Web3 via Catizen Chain, a TON-based Layer 2 solution that simplifies on-chain integration and reduces fees by ~99% compared to traditional platforms (X post).

2. Technology & Architecture

Built initially as a TON blockchain Jetton, Catizen expanded to Mantle Network via bridges, ensuring interoperability. Its Layer 2 solution, Catizen Chain, processes ~100,000 TPS and uses verifiable random functions (VRF) to ensure transparent in-game mechanics (e.g., loot boxes).

Key features:
- One-Click Web3 Migration: Tools for developers to port games on-chain.
- Provable Fairness: Game outcomes and asset ownership recorded on-chain.
- Cross-Chain Liquidity: $CATI circulates across TON, Mantle, and Ethereum-compatible chains.

3. Tokenomics & Governance

$CATI’s 1 billion max supply is allocated to players (43%), team (20%), treasury (15%), and investors (10%). The Catizen Foundation oversees token burns (funded by 50% of game revenues) and grants for developers.

Governance transitions to a DAO 12 months post-launch, using a three-stage voting process:
1. Intent Survey: 1% token holder approval.
2. Consensus Survey: 4% approval for specific proposals.
3. On-Chain Execution: Requires 7% total votes to pass (Whitepaper).

Conclusion

Catizen reimagines gaming economies by empowering players as stakeholders, blending Telegram’s accessibility with blockchain’s transparency. As it expands its game library and refines governance, one question lingers: Can decentralized communities sustainably balance fun, fairness, and financial incentives?