The problem Solstice solves

A decentralized platform for gamers to share mods and game trophies leverages blockchain technology to create a community-driven ecosystem. This platform enables gamers to upload, share, and download game modifications (mods) and showcase their achievements (trophies) securely and transparently. The decentralized nature ensures that control is distributed across the community rather than being held by a single entity. Most game mod sites like 5 Mods do not provide enough ways for mod creators to earn from their assets. The product will make that easier as well as create a community of gamers and modders alike to interact with the platforms 3d UX which will be the first of it's kind in the game modding space.

Many game companies actively support modding, recognizing its value in extending the life and popularity of their games by providing tools, resources, and frameworks to facilitate modding while maintaining control over their IP.Such include:

Bethesda Game Studios: Known for The Elder Scrolls and Fallout series, they offer tools like the Creation Kit for easy mod creation and sharing.

CD Projekt Red: Encourages modding for The Witcher series and Cyberpunk 2077 with released modding tools.
Paradox Interactive: Known for strategy games like Crusader Kings and Stellaris, providing extensive documentation and tools for modding.

Rockstar Games: More accepting of mods, especially for Grand Theft Auto V, with clarified guidelines and tools for single-player mods.

With the eager wait of GTA 6 , the product has massive future potential to onboard many users to the Base ecosystem.
The platform offers a transformative solution to the current limitations faced by modders and gamers. By providing enhanced earning opportunities, fostering community interaction, and ensuring secure and transparent transactions, the platform stands to revolutionize the gaming modding .

Challenges I ran into

I ran into an issue with the Thirdweb dashboard in that I could not view my NFT on the website despite the list updating with other details like price and name etc.