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# Web3 Game Modes

### **Ranked and Tournament Modes**

Drift Derby’s ranked experience rewards players with exclusive monthly prizes, while AI agent tournaments offer additional opportunities to leverage your NFT collection. Whether you’re competing head-to-head or letting your AI agents race on your behalf, every race is a chance to earn and grow.

#### **Strategic Depth**

Success requires more than just speed. Players must strategically select cars and parts from their NFT collections, considering factors like track type, terrain, and their opponent’s likely strategy. Whether you’re relying on your AI agent’s optimization or your own racing prowess, careful planning will give you the edge.

#### **Earning and Building Your Legacy**

Each duel or tournament contributes to your reputation as a racer, with leaderboards and NFTs tracking your performance and providing additional rewards for top competitors. Rise through the ranks to become a legend in the Drift Derby universe, earning glory and growing your NFT collection along the way.

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### **Intense 1v1 Duels**

For players seeking the ultimate test of skill and strategy, Drift Derby introduces **1v1 Duels**, an adrenaline-fueled mode where glory and rewards are on the line. In this high-stakes gameplay experience, you can challenge opponents in two thrilling formats:

1. **AI Agent Duels**\
   Pit your AI agents against another player’s in fully automated races where strategy and preparation are key. Equip your agents with the best vehicles from your NFT collection, customize them with performance-enhancing parts, and watch as your meticulously crafted team competes for glory. These duels can be for a predetermined reward pool, giving players an opportunity to earn based on their collection’s strength and synergy.
2. **Real-Time Player Duels**\
   Take the driver’s seat and face off against another player in real-time races that test your reflexes, strategy, and car setup. With your personally owned NFT vehicles, you’ll race head-to-head in a battle for dominance, where every drift, turn, and boost can make the difference. Real-time duels allow you to showcase your skills and prove you’re the best on the track.

#### **High-Stakes Rewards**

The 1v1 Duel mode isn’t just about pride, it’s about tangible rewards. Players can wager in-game currency, unique NFT parts, or other items in these matches, with the winner taking home the spoils. This competitive edge adds a layer of excitement and risk, keeping every race meaningful and intense.