Metaverse Tokenization Template

This repository provides a starting point for tokenizing aspects of a metaverse or game environment on the Ethereum blockchain (or compatible EVM chains). The template includes a Solidity smart contract designed to streamline the creation and management of in-world tokens—be they fungible utility tokens or NFTs representing unique items, virtual land, avatars, or other valuable digital assets.

Features

• Modular Smart Contract Design:
  A Solidity contract that can be easily extended or integrated into your larger DApp ecosystem.

• Fungible & Non-Fungible Token Support:
  The included contract demonstrates how to issue ERC-20 compatible tokens for in-metaverse currencies, and can be extended to handle ERC-721 or ERC-1155 tokens for assets like items, parcels of land, or other unique objects.

• Upgradeable Structure:
  The contract is structured to allow modifications and extensions without starting from scratch, making it easier to iterate as your metaverse evolves.

• Gas Efficiency Considerations:
  Basic design patterns and techniques are included or suggested to help keep transaction costs manageable.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js & npm/yarn: Ensure you have Node.js and a package manager such as npm or yarn installed.
• Hardhat or Truffle: A development framework for compiling, testing, and deploying the smart contracts. This template assumes you’re using Hardhat but you can adapt it to Truffle or Foundry.
• Ethereum Client or Test Network:
  • For development and testing, use a local test network (e.g., Hardhat Network).
  • For staging and production, connect to testnets like Goerli or Polygon Mumbai, or mainnets like Ethereum or Polygon.

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Cryptolyfe/Metaverse_Template.git
   cd Metaverse_Template

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

   or

   yarn install

Project Structure

Metaverse_Template/
├─ contracts/
│  └─ MetaverseTemplate.sol  // Example template contract
├─ scripts/
│  └─ deploy.js              // Example deployment script
├─ test/
│  └─ MetaverseTemplate.test.js // Basic test suite
├─ hardhat.config.js
└─ package.json

• contracts/: Contains Solidity source files. MetaverseTemplate.sol is where your token logic resides.
• scripts/: Deployment and interaction scripts. Customize deploy.js to fit your requirements.
• test/: Unit tests to ensure the contract behaves as expected. Use npm run test or yarn test after configuration.

Usage

Compilation

To compile the contracts, run:

npx hardhat compile

Testing

Run the included tests to verify the contract’s functionality:

npx hardhat test

You can write additional tests in test/ to cover new features or modifications.

Deployment

Update scripts/deploy.js with the desired constructor parameters and run:

npx hardhat run scripts/deploy.js --network <network_name>

Replace <network_name> with a local or remote network specified in hardhat.config.js.

Example (local Hardhat network):

npx hardhat run scripts/deploy.js --network localhost

Customization

1. Fungible Token Logic (ERC-20):
   Adjust initial supply, token name, and symbol as needed. Add custom business logic such as transaction fees, staking, or governance hooks.

2. Non-Fungible or Semi-Fungible Tokens (ERC-721/1155):
   Extend the contract to manage unique assets or collections. This might include minting functions for avatars, land parcels, or special in-game items.

3. Access Control & Permissions:
   Integrate role-based access control (e.g., using Ownable or AccessControl) to restrict certain actions (like minting or burning) to specific addresses or contracts.

4. Integration with Other Contracts:
   Connect this template with game logic contracts, marketplace contracts, or reward distribution mechanisms to build a complete metaverse ecosystem.

Roadmap

• Add More Templates:
  Include additional reference contracts for ERC-721 and ERC-1155 tokens.

• Advanced Features:

  • Implement upgradeable proxies (e.g., OpenZeppelin Upgradeable Contracts) for seamless feature rollouts.
  • Add oracles and price feeds for dynamic pricing and scarcity mechanics.

• Scaling Solutions:
  Integrate layer-2 solutions for faster, cheaper transactions suitable for frequent in-metaverse interactions.

Contributing

We appreciate bug reports, feature requests, and code contributions that help improve the template.

License

This project is available under the MIT License.

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This template aims to give you a head start in structuring and deploying your own metaverse token ecosystem. Adapt, modify, and extend it to suit the unique needs of your game or virtual world. Enjoy building!