POC for Multiplayer Game: Miden Shadows

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Prototype for a multiplayer game on Polygon Miden that involves hiding and revealing information as a gameplay mechanism, with client-side proving to enhance the experience.

Game Concept: "Miden Shadows"

Genre: Multiplayer Strategy

Objective: Players must strategically hide and reveal information to gain an advantage over their opponents, while maintaining a balance between concealing too much and exposing too much.

Gameplay Mechanism

1. Information Hiding and Revealing:

   • Players start with a set of cards or tokens representing information about the game world.
   • Players can choose to hide their information by encrypting it using the Miden VM's client-side proving capabilities.
   • Players can reveal information by decrypting and sharing it with other players.

2. Client-Side Proving:

   • Players must prove the validity of their information using the Miden VM's built-in STARK-based proofs.
   • This ensures that players cannot simply lie about their information without providing cryptographic proof.

3. Game World:

   • The game world is divided into different zones, each with its own set of rules and challenges.
   • Players can move between zones, but the information they carry with them is subject to the rules of the zone they are in.

Example Scenarios

1. Zone 1: The Shadows

   • Players start in a dimly lit area where visibility is low.
   • Players can hide information by encrypting it using the Miden VM's client-side proving capabilities.
   • Players can reveal information by decrypting it and sharing it with other players.

2. Zone 2: The Illuminated Hall

   • Players move to a well-lit area where visibility is high.
   • Players can reveal information by decrypting and displaying it on a public board.
   • Players can hide information by re-encrypting it using the Miden VM's client-side proving.

3. Zone 3: The Vaults

   • Players move to a secure area with limited access.
   • Players can hide information by encrypting it and storing it in a secure vault.
   • Players can reveal information by decrypting it and sharing it with other players who have access to the vault.

Client-Side Proving Mechanism

• STARK-based Proofs: Players use the Miden VM's built-in STARK-based proving system to cryptographically verify the validity of their information.
• Encrypted Storage: Players can store encrypted information in the game world, and only reveal it when they have the necessary proof.

Example Abilities

1. Shroud of Darkness:

   • Allows a player to encrypt information using the Miden VM's client-side proving, making it invisible to other players.

2. Reveal the Truth:

   • Allows a player to decrypt and display information that has been hidden by another player.

3. Secure the Vault:

   • Allows a player to store encrypted information in a secure vault, which can only be accessed by players with the necessary proof.

Development and Testing

1. Miden VM Integration:

   • Utilize the Miden VM's client-side proving capabilities to implement the information hiding and revealing mechanics.
   • Test the integration to ensure that the proofs are secure and the gameplay is smooth.

2. Multiplayer Testing:

   • Conduct multiplayer tests to ensure that the game works as intended and that the client-side proving mechanism is effective in enhancing the gameplay experience.
   • Gather feedback from players and iterate on the design as needed.

By leveraging the Miden VM's client-side proving capabilities, we can create a unique multiplayer game that challenges players to strategically hide and reveal information, while maintaining the security and integrity of the game world.