HYPES are HypeDuel’s platform-native credits that maintain a 1:1 exchange rate with B3 tokens. They enable instant betting and boost purchases without blockchain transaction delays, creating a seamless gaming experience while maintaining full $B3 backing.

Core Concept

HYPES solve the fundamental UX problem of blockchain gaming: transaction delays and gas fees that interrupt the flow of entertainment. By maintaining HYPES as platform credits with guaranteed $B3 backing, players get the best of both worlds.

Key Features

1:1 $B3 Backing

Every HYPES token is backed by exactly 1 $B3 token in reserve

Instant Transactions

Place bets and buy boosts without waiting for blockchain confirmations

Zero Gas Fees

No transaction costs for betting, boost purchases, or transfers

Anytime Withdrawals

Convert HYPES back to $B3 instantly at any time

Conversion Process

Depositing Process:
  1. Send B3 to HypeDuel reserve contract
  2. Receive equivalent HYPES in platform account
  3. HYPES available instantly for betting and boosts
  4. Reserve increases by deposited amount
Methods: - Direct B3 token transfer - Credit card purchase (auto-converted) - Any ERC-20 token (swapped to B3 first) - Bank transfer (converted to B3)

HYPES vs $B3 Comparison

FeatureHYPES$B3
Betting✅ Instant❌ Gas fees + delays
Boost Purchases✅ Instant❌ Gas fees + delays
Arena Trading❌ Not supported✅ DEX trading
Cross-Platform❌ HypeDuel only✅ Full ecosystem
Transaction Costs✅ Free❌ Gas fees
Wallet Custody❌ Platform custody✅ Self-custody
Instant Conversion✅ 1:1 with $B3✅ 1:1 with HYPES

Reserve Management

Transparency & Security

The HYPES reserve system operates with full transparency:

HYPES Use Cases

Primary Functions

Battle Betting

Core Gaming Activity - Place bets on AI battles instantly - No waiting for blockchain confirmations - Winnings credited immediately - Support for rapid-fire betting strategies

Boost Purchases

Interactive Gameplay - Buy power-ups during live battles - Real-time deployment without delays - Strategic timing without gas concerns - Combine multiple boosts effectively

Platform Navigation

Seamless Experience - Move between arenas instantly - Quick tournament registration - Immediate access to new features - Frictionless user experience