Unlocking the on-chain gaming economy on Base network by Degengod (on behalf of Teva Stars)

Context

“Even a billion dollars of capital cannot compete with a project having a soul.” - Vitalik Buterin

We, the Teva Stars, a group representing the top Tevans, are recommending that Tevaera fully migrate from the ZKsync Era to the Base network. Through this draft proposal, we aim to make our discussions public and gather more feedback from the broader Tevaera community.

For full transparency, we conducted a pulse-check poll within the Teva Stars group, which revealed 90% support for the idea of migrating to the Base network. This idea has been further endorsed by the Tevaera community through an extensive three-day discussion, with clear support across all social platforms. I am now formally submitting the proposal as TIP-001 on behalf of Tevans for an on-chain community vote. As OG Tevan says, 'Your vote. Your power. Your Tevaera.' Make it count!

Tevaera History

Tevaera became the second dApp to launch on ZKsync Lite in March 2022, starting with a minimum viable product (MVP) game to validate its assumptions and build a gaming community. Over the next year, Tevaera evolved into a UX-first decentralized gaming platform, launching its mainnet on ZKsync Era in April 2023 with the first iteration of its gaming ecosystem. Since then, the platform has experienced rapid growth, connecting over 2,200,000 wallets and onboarding more than 940,000 Soulbound Gamers.

Tevaera’s flagship game, Teva Run, available on web, iOS, and Android, has surpassed 20 million multiplayer matches. Tevaera also launched the first AA and ONFT-powered marketplace, offering integrated access through the Tevaera platform. Following the ZK airdrop, Tevaera remains one of the top on-chain projects on ZKsync. Recently, Tevaera introduced its native platform token, $TEVA, through a transparent airdrop framework with criteria that were publicly developed and approved by the community. The $TEVA token is now actively traded in the secondary market and can also be used on Teva Dex to swap in-game rewards or purchase Karma tokens for in-game utility.

What’s next?

As Teva Stars, we regularly discuss the team’s upcoming plans and key products. We are thrilled to have gained high-level insights into an upcoming smart gaming platform designed to unlock the on-chain economy for gaming. While specific details are still emerging, I want to share that this platform aims to usher in a new era of monetization for Web3 gaming through a community tokenization approach with leading games and the innovative use of gaming agents for rentals and ownership.

Tevaera is gearing up to launch two major games in Q1 and Q2 on this smart gaming platform, one of which is being developed by a leading gaming studio based in California.

This is all incredibly exciting for us as a community, and we would have expected nothing less from an A+ team like Tevaera. However, it has also sparked an important question: where should Tevaera launch these key products and innovations? Is continuing on ZKsync the best option? Perhaps—but after extensive discussions, we have concluded that Tevaera should transition to the Base network to fully realize its ambitious vision of unlocking the on-chain economy for gaming.

Why Base?

Tevaera has always aligned strongly with Ethereum’s values. The team has consistently emphasized its mission to redefine gaming while scaling Ethereum, not merely in words but through its actions. Tevaera’s core principles—creating fun and fair gaming experiences, prioritizing community, and staying true to crypto ethos even during challenging times—reflect this commitment. As dedicated builders, Tevaera aims to focus on a single network rather than pursuing a multichain strategy.

Data-Driven Decision:

• Unmatched Ecosystem Activity: According to L2Beat, Base is currently the most active ecosystem on Ethereum, with ~ 290,000,000 L2 transactions in the past 30 days, which is 5.5x higher than the second-leading L2 network.
• Efficient Costs: Transactions on Base cost less than a cent (~ $0.006), making it highly economical for Tevaera’s upcoming smart gaming platform.
• Superior User Activity: In the last 24 hours, Base has handled ~ 123.74 user operations per second (UOPS), which is ~ 6x higher than any other L2.
• Dominant User Base: According to Growthepie, Base accounts for ~ 56%+ (~ 5,007,000) of all active Ethereum ecosystem users
• Liquidity and Asset Flow: Base is the largest ETH importer, with over 1,227,154 ETH bridged to the network, and boasts a Total Value Locked (TVL)* of over $14 billion, making it a leading liquidity hub.

These metrics demonstrate that Base’s ecosystem activity, cost efficiency, and user engagement align perfectly with Tevaera’s objectives.

Strategic Alignment with Tevaera’s Goals

• Unlocking the On-Chain Gaming Economy: Base’s mission to “bring the world on-chain” is a natural fit for Tevaera’s upcoming smart gaming platform. By leveraging Base’s network effects, Tevaera can focus on achieving strong product-market fit (PMF) without the risks of fragmented liquidity and user bases.
• Community-First Approach: Transparency and community engagement are hallmarks of the Base ecosystem, resonating strongly with Tevaera’s ethos. The vibrant Base community offers strong ground for collaboration, growth, and innovation.

Track Record on ZKsync and Base’s Opportunity

• Performance on ZKsync: Tevaera has excelled on ZKsync, even post ZK and TEVA airdrops consistently ranking as the top on-chain project in terms of active wallets. According to DappRadar, Tevaera achieved over 46,000 active user wallets in the last 7 days.
• Gas Contribution: Even with Teva Run being an off-chain game, Tevaera has been a significant contributor to the ZKsync and Ethereum ecosystem, with ~ 500 ETH spent on gas fees to date.
• Community Sentiment: Many community members have expressed mixed feelings about ZK airdrop criteria and in general support for the project, feeling that the Tevaera community has been often overlooked. In contrast, Base’s transparent, community-centric approach aligns better with Tevaera’s values and community expectations.

Streamlined Migration Plan

• Fast and Efficient Migration: The Tevaera team estimates that an end-to-end migration to Base can be completed in 2 weeks, including smart contract audits. This plan also involves fully migrating the $TEVA token to the Base network, which may require further coordination with the exchanges.
• Low Technical Risk: The migration is expected to be straightforward, with minimal technical challenges, especially as the smart gaming platform will be launched directly on Base.

Conclusion

Base offers Tevaera an unparalleled opportunity to scale its ecosystem, engage a broader audience, and execute its vision of unlocking the on-chain economy for gaming on Ethereum. By prioritizing Base, Tevaera can leverage the network’s robust activity, cost advantages, and strong alignment with community first values to achieve sustainable growth and innovation.

We believe that, with community-driven governance, now is the right time to act decisively and transition to Base, ensuring Tevaera continues to lead and redefine Web3 gaming. As a community, we must provide Tevaera with a robust platform and strong network effects to support its upcoming innovative product launches. We urge the Tevaera community to vote on this proposal and make their vote count. Onwards with Tevaera.