# Earning & Conversion Model

AstroVerse integrates a skill-based earning system powered by $ASTRO token.\
Player rewards are contributed through a balanced ecosystem where players can earn points based on in-game performance, community participation, and strategic engagement.\
This model is built to reward effort and maintain economic sustainability. 

**5.1 Skins**

Players can collect and equip rocket skins that change the appearance without giving any gameplay advantages.

* Rocket Skins: Variety of designs
* Store Skins: can be purchased using $ASTRO and Shards/
* Skins Class: Classic skins, Rare skins and exclusive Skins.
* Exclusive Skins: Events can be obtained only through participating events.
* Visual Effect: each skin has its own special visual effect.

**5.2 Boost Upgrades**

Players can upgrade boosts to improve their in-game effectiveness:

* Duration: Extend the active time of the boost.
* Power: Enhance the strength or range of the boost.
* Cooldown: Reduce the time between boosts.
* Upgrades are purchased with $ASTRO and/or Shards.<br>

**5.3 Unlockable Features**

Game environments and cosmetic enhancements can be unlocked by players to add more to the gaming experience:

* New lanes & Zones: Visually distinct tracks and environments.
* Music themes: Changing the soundtrack of the run. Wide variety from heavy beats to orchestral space scores.

Feature Unlocks: tied to player level progression (Shards) or $ASTRO spending.

**5.4 Points to $ASTRO Conversion**

* All gameplay activities award in-game points.
* Points can be claimed and converted into $ASTRO through claim  in-game system
* This conversion rate is designed to balance fun gameplay with economic sustainability. As well as preventing overinflation of rewards.<br>

5.5 Example Earning Flows ( Concept Only )&#x20;

1. Player Complete a high-scoring run, earning points + Shards
2. Points are claims for $ASTRO and shards (Used to upgrade boosts)
3. $ASTRO can be spent in the store (Rare skin or Music Theme)
4. The cycle continues, creating ongoing engagement and healthy token circulation.


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