WDUs are back, Commander. Now that we are just getting started with Cosmicrafts Open Beta, we want to bring back the essence of which you liked the most when we first ventured into Web3 and to the public realms.

WDUs encapsulate the spirit of community, transparency, and shared discovery that fuels our cosmic journey.

The Open Beta Odyssey:

Launching the Open Beta is a significant milestone, marking a new chapter in our exploration of the gaming cosmos. It’s a realm filled with endless possibilities, new challenges, and the promise of epic battles amidst the stars.

The essence of beta releases lies in learning, refining, and evolving.

Our journey through the past closed beta was an enlightening one, revealing the vast landscape of opportunities that still lie ahead in our quest to craft the finest real-time strategy game.

This time we bring you our first approach to more advanced in-game metrics and statistics, of course taking care of the privacy of our users, as this is Web3 and we all care about that, right?

Game Statistics Overview

Introduction:

This document showcase the type of data and statistics we will be generating and processing. Our aim is to provide players with a clear understanding of the game’s statistical framework which will encompass character, faction, and gameplay data among other metrics.

Base Statistics Key:

They represent the initial layer of data collection, capturing the core dynamics and raw data from your gameplay, forming the crucial input for deriving meaningful insights to achieve a balanced gaming experience.

• CHR = Character
• FAC = Faction
• GMO = Game Mode
• MP = Multiplayer
• SP = Single Player
• MP-SKI = Multiplayer Skirmish
• SP-SKI= Single Player Skirmish
• SP-SUR = Single Player Survival
• SP-INV = Single Player Invasion
• FG = Finished Game
• VIC = Victory
• DEF = Defeat
• TIE = Draw (Time ended with similar points)
• DIS = Disconnection (Disconnect or Client Closed)
• TP = Time Played
• EG = Energy Generated
• EU = Energy Used
• EW = Energy Wasted (Not generated due to max capacity)
• USE = Units Sent (utilized)
• ULO = Units Lost (own)
• UDE = Units Destroyed (enemy)
• DD = Damage Dealt
• DR = Damage Received
• DC = Critical Damage Dealt
• DE = Damage Evaded

Intermediate Statistics:

Each completed game will be a part of our growing database of gameplay statistics. This data, though anonymized to uphold privacy, will be a treasure trove of insights that will fuel future enhancements.

Here’s what we’re tracking:

• Faction Choice: Understanding faction preferences helps us in balancing gameplay and enriching the lore of Cosmicrafts.
• Character Utilization: Tracking character choices provides insights into character balance and popularity.
• Game Mode Engagement: Recording the game modes you delve into helps in tailoring them to provide a thrilling gaming experience

Total Games per Result:

TFG = Total Finished Games = FG1 + FG2 + FG3…
TVIC = Total Victories = VIC1 + VIC2…
TDEF = Total Defeats = DEF1 + DEF2…
TTIE = Total Draws = TIE1 + TIE2…
TDIS = Total Disconnections = DIS1 + DIS2…
Total Games per Category and Result

Win Rate (WR):

WRFAC = Win Rate per Faction = TVIC-FACX / TFG-FACX
WRCHR = Win Rate per Character = TVIC-CHRX / TFG-CHRX
WRGMO = Win Rate per Game Mode = TVIC-GMOX / TFG-GMOX

Total Base Gameplay Statistics:

TTP = Total Time Played
TEG = Total Energy Generated
TEU = Total Energy Used
TUSE = Total Units Sent
TULO = Total Units Lost
TUDE = Total Units Destroyed
TDD = Total Damage Dealt
TDR = Total Damage Received
TDC = Total Critical Damage Dealt
TDE = Total Damage Evaded
TCXP = Total CXP Earned

Average Base Gameplay Statistics:

ATP =Average Time per game = (AVERAGE=TP1,TP2…)
AEU = Average Energy used per game = (AVERAGE=EU1, EU2..)
AEW = Average energy wasted per game = (AVERAGE=EW1, EW2…)
AEG = Average energy generated per game = (AVERAGE=EG1, EG2…)
ADD = Average Damage done per game = (AVERAGE=DD1, DD2…)
AUSE = Average Units Sent = (AVERAGE=USE1, USE2…)
AULO = Average Units Lost = (AVERAGE=ULO1, ULO2…)
AUDE = Average Units Destroyed = (AVERAGE=UDE1, UDE2…)
ACXP = Average CXP earned per game = (AVERAGE=CXP1,CXP2…)

Favorites

Favorite Faction = (MAX= TFG-FACX)
Favorite Characters = (MAX= TFG-CHRX)
Favorite Game Mode = (MAX= TFG-GMOX)

$CXP Token Rewards

The reward structure in Cosmicrafts is tailored to provide higher rewards for PvP engagements as compared to PvE.

This is designed to encourage players to dive into the competitive realm, engage with the community, and enhance their gaming skills.

If Victory: (Damage Dealt + Damage Received) * 2
If Defeat: (Damage Dealt + Damage Received) * 0.5
If Draw: (Damage Dealt + Damage Received) * 1
If Disconnection: (Damage Dealt + Damage Received) * 0
If Single Player: CXP * 0.25
If Multiplayer: CXP * 2

Key Considerations

Exploit Mitigation: PvE modes can sometimes be susceptible to exploits, where players might discover and take advantage of bot glitches or bugs to gain undue rewards. Without the watchful eyes of other players, these exploits may go unreported, creating an unfair advantage.

Grinding Experience: The grinding experience in PvP is undeniably more intense and rewarding, as you pit your strategic prowess against real, unpredictable opponents. The stakes are higher; your reputation and statistics are on the line, making victories sweeter and losses more instructive.

Skill Enhancement: PvP modes provide a better platform for honing your skills, learning from opponents, and improving your strategic gameplay. The dynamic nature of PvP encounters significantly contributes to a richer learning and gaming experience.

Privacy: The Indomitable Pillar:

In the realm of Web3, privacy isn’t a mere feature, but a fundamental right. As we advance into this new analytics frontier, the privacy of your data remains unyielding.

Our Privacy Commitments:

• No Personal Identification: The analytics framework is designed to aggregate gameplay data without tying it to personal identities.
• Transparent Practices: Our methods of data collection and analysis are laid out with transparency, ensuring you’re informed and in control.
• Secure Data Handling: Employing security measures to safeguard the data from unauthorized access and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.

Wrapping Up:

The Data Odyssey

The data gathered from every finished game is a window into the diverse strategies you employ on the battlefield. It’s the core of these strategies that fuels the continuous evolution of Cosmicrafts, ensuring a balanced, engaging, and exhilarating gaming experience.

The Path to Advanced Analytics

As we move forward, the next chapter in our analytics journey will delve into the statistics surrounding the usage of Units — the spaceships, space stations, turrets and weapons, each belonging to unique factions and embodying different facets of cosmic strategy.

Your Feedback is the Compass

Your experiences and feedback will be the compass guiding the development and refinement of this feature. We’ll be looking forward to your thoughts on the new statistics, and how they enhance your strategizing in the cosmic battlefield.

The essence of Cosmicrafts is not just in the battles won but in the lessons learned, strategies evolved, and the camaraderie forged in the heart of competition.

Stay engaged, share your thoughts, and let’s continue to shape the Cosmicrafts saga together!

Until next time, may your fleets traverse the cosmos victoriously!