Business Model

The Foundation: Free-to-Play

• Low Barrier to Entry: Entices players to try the game without any up-front cost. This is essential for initial adoption.

• Viral Potential: Satisfied players can easily recommend the game to friends, furthering its reach.

Monetization Layers

Subscription + Battle Pass:

• Monthly Subscription: Priced at $10 USD per month to unlock more emblem slots, detailed battle analysis, auto-stacking options.

Additional Revenue Opportunities:

• Cosmetic Items: Varying prices which focus on hero skins, battlefield decorations, visual upgrades. These maintain balance while allowing for personalization.

• Treasure Chests: Price at $1 USD each that can be purchased using $Arch or Real Life currency for players to get random Emblems

• Limited-Time Events: These can introduce exclusive rewards tied to subscriptions or the battle pass, enhancing their value.

• E-sports Potential: If competitive play develops, sell tickets to virtual tournaments or offer special cosmetic bundles.

Balancing the "Free" and "Paid" Experience

The key to freemium success lies in keeping both paying and non-paying players happy, though their experiences will differ.

• Free Players: Should enjoy the core gameplay without severe limitations. Ensure their progress is possible, even if it takes more time.

• Paying Players: Offer a noticeable advantage in terms of convenience, progression speed, and access to exclusive content. However, they should never gain power that unbalances competitive aspects.

Web3 Specific Models

• NFT Marketplace: Facilitate the buying/selling of heroes, units, items, or even in-game land.

  • Charge small transaction fees.

  • Consider partnering with popular NFT marketplaces for broader reach.

• Staking: Allow players to stake native tokens for rewards.

  • Creates community investment and can tie into governance aspects.

• Play-to-Earn: Reward players with tokens or NFTs based on skill, activity, or achievement.

  • Careful balance is needed, to avoid making the game feel like "work"

Hybrid Models

Arch Reborn can successfully merge these models for maximum appeal:

• Free-to-Play with Premium Option: Allows wide accessibility while offering an accelerated path for those willing to pay.

• Subscription + Battle Pass + NFT Marketplace: Provides diverse revenue streams and caters to different player types.

Important Considerations

• Gameplay First: Monetization should never hinder gameplay balance. Focus on enjoyable and fair core mechanics.

• Player Choice: Provide a variety of pathways for progression. Players should feel in control, whether they spend money or not.

• Transparency: Clearly communicate how monetization works, especially the web3 elements. Explain the benefits to both the player and the game's development.

Additional Tips

• Offer starter packs: Bundles of items/currency can entice new players.

• Cosmetic focus: NFTs as visual upgrades maintain balance and allow player expression.

• Leverage the original Archmage: Offer exclusive content for holders of original game copies (if possible).