Ball-Maze with NFT Integration
Ball-Maze: Blockchain Gaming Reimagined
Created on 24th April 2025
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Ball-Maze with NFT Integration
Ball-Maze: Blockchain Gaming Reimagined
The problem Ball-Maze with NFT Integration solves
Ball-Maze solves multiple problems in the gaming and blockchain space:
Bridging Traditional Gaming with Web3: It introduces blockchain technology to casual gamers through familiar, intuitive gameplay. Players can enjoy the game without blockchain knowledge, but can also interact with Web3 elements if interested.
Digital Ownership of Achievements: By allowing players to mint NFTs based on their scores, it gives tangible, tradable value to in-game achievements that would otherwise be ephemeral.
Educational Tool for Web3 Adoption: The game serves as a gentle introduction to blockchain concepts like wallet connection and NFT minting without overwhelming users with technical jargon.
Cross-platform Accessibility: Built with HTML5, it works across devices and browsers, making blockchain gaming more accessible than native applications that require installation.
Nostalgia with Modern Technology: It recreates the classic ball maze mechanics that many users remember from older mobile phones, but enhances the experience with modern 3D graphics and blockchain integration.
The game demonstrates how traditional game mechanics can be enhanced with blockchain technology while maintaining simplicity and fun at its core.
Challenges we ran into
We encountered several significant challenges while building Ball-Maze:
3D Physics Implementation: Integrating Box2D for physics and Three.js for rendering created alignment issues between the physical world and visual representation. We solved this by implementing a precise coordinate mapping system and adjustment functions.
MetaMask Integration: Initially, we faced issues with wallet connection reliability across different browsers. We addressed this by implementing a robust error handling system and multiple connection attempt capabilities.
Contract Address Security: Keeping the smart contract address secure while maintaining an open-source repository was challenging. We implemented a configuration-based approach with sample files and proper .gitignore setup to prevent sensitive data exposure.
UI Element Visibility: We encountered issues with UI elements disappearing behind the game canvas. This was resolved by implementing proper z-index management and adding text shadows for better visibility.
Performance Optimization: Initial versions suffered from frame rate drops on complex levels. We optimized the rendering process by implementing object pooling and proper garbage collection to maintain smooth gameplay.
Tracks Applied (1)
Monad Track
Monad