Paradise Tycoon, the multiplayer life-sim web3 game, has announced that its $MOANI token will be launched on Avalanche C-Chain. This move comes after months of planning. At first, the team planned to launch $MOANI on Immutable zkEVM in June 2024. But after internal discussions and support from Immutable, they opted for Avalanche instead. The main reason behind this shift was the need for low or no gas fees, making Avalanche's high-speed and cost-effective network a better fit.

The integration of $MOANI on Avalanche is almost complete, with a testing phase now underway. The TGE, initially set for Q1, has now been moved to April 2025, with an exact date to be announced later this month. Despite the delay, the team reassured players that they have secured significant support for the launch and are also planning pre-sales (IDO) before the TGE. They have also confirmed that the company will not sell tokens during the launch or in the near future to minimize selling pressure. The withdrawal feature for $MOANI will be released one week after launch, with a 30% withdrawal fee in the first month. While NFTs and Genesis Islands remain on Immutable zkEVM, the token's shift to Avalanche highlights Paradise Tycoon's multi-chain approach.

Why Avalanche?

Paradise Tycoon has been closely involved with Avalanche and Ava Labs since early 2022, taking part in various gaming conferences, summits, and collaborations. The decision to launch $MOANI on Avalanche was based on three key factors:

  • Speed & Scalability: With over 5 million in-game items traded during Beta and 100+ years of collective playtime, Paradise Tycoon needed a fast, low-cost network to support its large player base.
  • Gaming-Focused Blockchain: Avalanche has established itself as a leading blockchain for gaming, hosting top-tier web3 titles and actively engaging with developers and players.
  • Strong Ecosystem & Support: The Avalanche community aligns well with Paradise Tycoon's social multiplayer game, which thrives on collaboration, competition, and user-generated content (UGC).

With Avalanche handling $MOANI's economy, players will benefit from low fees, quick transactions, and a more accessible on-chain experience.

What is $MOANI and How Can You Use It?

$MOANI is the in-game utility token for Paradise Tycoon, designed to support an open and evolving player-driven economy. The off-chain version is already live in the game, with the on-chain version launching in April 2025. Players will be able to earn, trade, and spend $MOANI in various ways, including:

  • Completing quests, Paradise Pass tasks, and taking part in events
  • Trading resources at the Auction House
  • Customizing islands, purchasing consumables, and upgrading in-game assets
  • Buying, selling, and renting islands
  • Enabling UGC monetization, allowing creators to build and sell assets

The economy of the game will evolve over time, and $MOANI's utility is set to expand with future game updates.

A Look Back: Paradise Tycoon's Play to Airdrop Events

Before this, Paradise Tycoon rewarded early players through Play to Airdrop (P2A) events, allowing them to earn tokens in advance.

The first P2A season was launched in May 2024, giving players the chance to earn $MOANI by completing daily challenges. Later, Season 2 in July 2024 coincided with Beta 3, bringing a 40 million $MOANI prize pool. Finally, the third and final P2A season arrived in September 2024, aligning with the Genesis Islands presale and marking a major step in the game's transition to a full web3 economy.

What's Next for Paradise Tycoon?

Paradise Tycoon has an exciting roadmap for 2025, packed with new features, expansions, and gameplay improvements. In Q1, players can expect the Genesis Islands airdrop, along with new boats, resources, and world-building tools to enhance gameplay. By Q2, the game will introduce UGC monetization, allowing players to earn rewards for creating content. This update will also bring new in-game events and a PvP prototype, giving players fresh ways to compete and interact. The Q3 expansion will introduce a new Outworld area, complete with a storyline, resources, and NPCs. What's more, players will be able to mint AI-powered companions to help manage their islands. Finally, Q4 will bring another major expansion, further developing the Outworld area.