Hello STEPN GO community! 👋 Big news is here, and it’s all about sneaker minting! Starting December 3rd, 10:00 AM UTC, a new (and improved) rule comes into effect:
🎯 What’s Changing?
- To mint a new sneaker, you’ll now need:
- 👟 1 Left Foot Sneaker
- 👟 1 Right Foot Sneaker
- Genesis Sneakers remain special! You can still mint them using two sneakers of the same side (Left + Left or Right + Right).
👉 For full details, visit the Minting Principles in the Whitepaper.
🔍 Why the Change?
Before this update, users could mint sneakers with any combination (Left + Left or Right + Right). This flexibility was introduced temporarily to help new players who might have started with unbalanced sides after the Alpha Draw. Now that the game has grown and users are familiar with the mechanics, it’s time to bring back the Left + Right rule.
🌟 How Does This Help the Game?
This update brings several benefits:
- Economic Balance ⚖️: Ensures healthier supply and demand for Left and Right Sneakers, preventing market saturation on one side.
- Strategic Gameplay 🧠: Adds depth and thoughtfulness to how players plan their sneaker mints.
- Long-term Sustainability 🌍: Aligns with STEPN GO’s vision of creating an engaging and thriving ecosystem for all players.
- Enhanced Cost Planning 💡: Minting becomes more predictable with tools like the StepN GO Mint Cost Calculator. This tool helps users calculate minting costs, estimate profits, and stay updated on sneaker floor prices by side and mint level, giving players a competitive edge.
🌟 Genesis Sneakers – A Special Case!
If you own Genesis Sneakers, you’re in luck! Genesis sneakers retain their unique minting flexibility, allowing Left + Left or Right + Right combinations alongside Left + Right. This distinction maintains their premium value and exclusivity.
🔑 Quick Backstory
When STEPN GO launched, the Alpha Draw winners received three shoeboxes, and some unlucky players ended up with all Left or all Right Sneakers. To address this, the minting rules were relaxed, enabling minting flexibility. Now, with the ecosystem growing stronger, it’s time to restore the original Left + Right rule to keep things balanced and exciting. 🎉
🚀 What’s Next?
As we embrace this update, the STEPN GO team remains committed to fostering a vibrant and fair ecosystem. Let’s get those Left and Right Sneakers ready to mint your next masterpiece! 💡
Stay active, stay engaged, and happy minting! 🌟
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