Are you a Splinterlands player or a fan of blockchain games?
If so, dCity is calling your name! This city simulation game on Hive blends strategic gameplay with blockchain mechanics, making it a natural next step for fans of NFT-based gaming.
In dCity, your NFT Citizens evolve over time, reflecting real-life cycles and creating unique opportunities for profit and strategy.
Build Your City, Grow Your Wealth
Every NFT Citizen starts as a Young Citizen, progresses through stages like Student and Student (Old), and eventually gains a profession or title—all of which happen passively! This lifecycle, spanning 3-4 years (1,000-1,350 days), isn’t just about aesthetics—it directly impacts your city’s stats and ROI.
Why dCity Stands Out
- Earn from the Start
- Young Citizens, Students, and Student (Old) generate Tax Refunds, meaning you'll see measurable returns almost immediately.
Manage Student Debt Strategically
Students can fall into debt, which requires 300+ SIM to remove. The cost rises over time, so it’s crucial to pay off debt quickly and train your students into valuable roles like Tax Collectors or other productive professions.
What Makes Tax Collectors Special?
The Tax Collector is a rare gem in dCity:
Limited to 100 mints, making them highly sought after.
They provide a stackable Tax Reduction—a massive perk for maximizing your city’s profitability.
Unlocking the Potential of Professions
Training opens the door to professions like Eco Activists, Economists, and even Soldiers, each with unique perks:
- Eco Activists: Boost ROI with higher Tax Refunds.
- Economists: A leaderboard favorite—only two NFTs are needed to rank!
- Soldiers: Earn War Shares for long-term value.
- Teachers: Enhance city stats while maintaining solid ROI.
- Priests: Watch for future utility as the FAITH system develops!
Experiment and Combine for Greater Rewards
Citizens who don’t land high-value roles like Tax Collectors or Economists can still be optimized:
- Experiment: Turn citizens with negative stats into Sick Citizens (with Tax Refunds) or rare Super Citizens.
- Combine: Use citizens in recipes to unlock more powerful cards and unique benefits.
Market Value in Action
To highlight the game's economic depth, here’s a real-world example:
- Purchased 5 Student (Debt) (Old) citizens for 1,198 SIM each.
- Paid off their debt for 300 SIM per citizen and placed them into new professions.
- Each citizen now generates a total of 7.1 SIM/day, ensuring long-term ROI.
- Holding onto these citizens for their entire lifecycle (800-1000 days) or until market demand increases creates opportunities for profit—either by earning SIM passively or selling them strategically.
Why Splinterlands Players Should Try dCity
Just like in Splinterlands, strategy matters in dCity. Whether you’re managing your roster of cards in Splinterlands or training NFT Citizens in dCity, the gameplay mechanics reward thoughtful planning and market awareness.
There are also only like 35 active players per day, so it really pays to be active if you are someone who enjoys daily play instead of just sitting on passive rewards.
Plus, both games share a play-to-earn ecosystem on the Hive blockchain, letting you maximize your gaming rewards.
Join the dCity Community
Ready to dive into HIVE’s favorite city simulation game? Check out dCity today and discover why it’s a must-play for fans of blockchain gaming. Connect with other players and developers in the dCity Discord to get started!
Let’s build your city—and your Hive wallet—together. 🚀