This is the next article in the game creation series. You can follow the first introduction one if you haven’t read it yet.

Play-to-Earn (P2E) gaming is taking the web3 and blockchain world by storm, redefining how players interact with games. At the forefront? The WAX blockchain. It’s not just about virtual assets; it’s a hub for profitable farming and trading unique NFTs. WAX is where gaming meets earning, blending fun with financial potential.

Step 1: Crafting Your NFT Collection on WAX

Kicking off your NFT collection? Start with a bang by picking a killer theme. Space opera, historical epic, or a fantasy world – the sky’s the limit. Your choice should resonate with your audience. It’s all about creating an NFT universe that captivates and connects.

Collection creation screen on Atomic Hub

1. Collection Name

   • Time to brand your NFT collection! Pick a name that’s unique and captures your project’s spirit. Keep it within 12 characters, mixing numbers (1-5) and letters. No spaces allowed. Example: galacticgame.

2. Display Name

   • This is what players see. Choose something catchy that embodies your game’s vibe. Example: Galactic Game.

3. Website URL

   • Add your website link where players and investors can dive deeper into your world. For instance: https://wax.io.

4. Market Fee

   • Decide on the trading commission for your game’s platform. Let’s say, 2% for trading your NFTs.

5. Collection Description

   • Get creative with your collection’s description. In 3000 characters or less, make it pop with your project’s main themes and ideas.

6. Collection Images

   • Background Image: Set the scene with a background image that mirrors your game’s mood and theme.
   • Logo Image: Pick an iconic logo to represent your collection, making it instantly recognizable.

7. Social Media

   • Connect with your community. Add all your social links – Twitter, Medium, Facebook, GitHub, Discord, YouTube, Telegram.

These steps are your blueprint for crafting a standout NFT collection on WAX. Remember, every detail, from the name to socials, shapes your game’s appeal.

Step 2: Creating NFT Items on the WAX Testnet

2.1 Creating a Category (Scheme) for NFT

Schema creation screen in Atomic Hub

We will have the following fields:

• name:

  • Attribute type: string
  • Description: Represents the name of the player or object being determined.

• img:

  • Attribute type: image
  • Description: Corresponds to a visual representation or image associated with a player or object.

• video:

  • Attribute type: string
  • Description: Indicates any video content associated with a player or object that provides additional multimedia elements.

• slots:

  • Attribute type: uint8
  • Description: Shows the current number of available slots for resources, items, or other elements in the game.

• maxSlots:

  • Attribute type: uint8
  • Description: Indicates the maximum number of slots that can be obtained or improved in the game.

• level:

  • Attribute type: uint8
  • Description: Indicates the level or rank of a player or object, indicating progress in the game.

• upgradable:

  • Attribute type: bool
  • Description: A boolean value indicating whether a player or object can be improved or leveled up.

• rarity:

  • Attribute type: string
  • Description: Describes the rarity level of a player or item, noting its uniqueness or rarity.

• faction:

  • Attribute type: string
  • Description: Represents the faction or group affiliation of a player or object in the game.

• miningBoost:

  • Attribute type: float
  • Description: Indicates any boost or bonus associated with loot related to a player or object.

• staking:

  • Attribute type: int32[]
  • Description: Calls the staking engine, providing information about the staking capabilities of a player or object.

• stakeableResources:

  • Attribute type: string[]
  • Description: Lists the types of resources that can be staked by a player or an object in the game.

2.2 Creating Templates for NFT

First, we need to choose a category (scheme):

Select schema for Template

Then we need to enter all the data for our Template:

Creating NFT Template via Atomic Hub

After successful creation, we can see the result, as shown below:

Templates Created for Collection in Atomic Hub

2.3 Minting NFT

We need to choose a category (scheme) and a template:

Minting new NFT at Atomic Hub

Then we enter whom to mint the NFT to in the Asset Receiver field and fill in the fields for the NFT, if necessary:

This is a brief process of creating one of our main asset types in this series of articles. Now, let’s proceed with another type of asset.