> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://mixed-pixel-studio.gitbook.io/drift-derby-whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://mixed-pixel-studio.gitbook.io/drift-derby-whitepaper/tokenomics/drift-derby-tokenomics.md). # Drift Derby Tokenomics There will be 1 billion DRIFT Tokens minted with most of them locked under a cliff and vesting period to ensure market stability. The primary role for the DRIFT Tokens is as a tool to access the ecosystem and exclusive in-game items. | Category | Percentage | Purpose | | ------------------------- | ----------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------- | | (P2E) Ranked Leaderboards | 14% (140,000,000) | Player rewards for top placing player on the Ranked Leaderboards | | (P2E) NFT Collections | 17% (170,000,000) | Player rewards for rarity and volume of player collections | | (P2E) Tournaments | 11% (110,000,000) | Player rewards for winning Tournaments | | Airdrop | 4% (40,000,000) | Community onboarding and beta testing rewards | | Angel Investment Round | 5% (50,000,000) | Tokens distributed to Angel round investors | | Pre-Seed Investment Round | 4% (40,000,000) | Tokens distributed to Pre-Seed investors | | Seed Investment Round | 10% (100,000,000) | Tokens distributed to Seed investors | | Presale | 5% (50,000,000) | Fundraising through token sales for early supporters. | | Infrastructure Fund | 2% (20,000,000) | Infrastructure costs, server upkeep, etc. | | Marketing/Partners | 10% (100,000,000) | Marketing campaigns and partnerships to grow the ecosystem. | | Team | 10% (100,000,000) | Founding and development team incentives (vesting applies) | | Reserve Fund | 5% (50,000,000) | Emergency fund for unforeseen expenses. | | DAO Governance | 3% (30,000,000) | Incentives for governance participation and voting rewards | **Play-and-Earn (42%)** The largest portion of the supply is dedicated to rewarding players. These tokens can be earned through tournaments, leaderboards, seasonal events, and other in-game achievements. This allocation ensures a consistent reward structure that incentivizes active gameplay and engagement. {% hint style="info" %} Play-and-Earn Tokens will be given away throughout the month with a cap of 8,750,000 (0.875%) $DRIFT Tokens per month, over 4 years; after which the [Burn Pool](/drift-derby-whitepaper/token-burn-mechanism/about-burn-mechanism.md#burn-pool) will be used. {% endhint %} **Investment Rounds (19% Total)** If you wish to be apart of any of the investment rounds please contact the team at {% hint style="info" %} Angel Round tokens have a **12 month vesting period** {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} **30% of Pre-Seed Round tokens are available from TGE** and the remainder follow a **12 month cliff** {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} Seed Round tokens have a **12 month cliff with a 12 month vesting period** {% endhint %} **Airdrop (4%)** A small percentage is allocated for community onboarding and rewarding early adopters. These tokens will also be used during beta testing phases to incentivize participation and gather valuable player feedback. **Presale (5%)** This allocation is dedicated to raising funds through token sales for early supporters. Participants gain early access to tokens and exclusive benefits, helping fund the initial development and marketing of the game. {% hint style="info" %} [See](/drift-derby-whitepaper/tokenomics/usdmixpix-presale-complete.md)[ Presale for more info](/drift-derby-whitepaper/tokenomics/usdmixpix-presale-complete.md) {% endhint %} Infrastructure **Fund (2%)** Tokens in this category are reserved for the ongoing development and operational costs of Drift Derby. This includes creating new features, maintaining infrastructure, server costs, and ensuring the game remains innovative and competitive. {% hint style="info" %} 25% of the Infrastructure Fund will be released every 3 months after launch for ongoing development and updates over the course of the year {% endhint %} **Marketing/Partners (10%)** These tokens are used to drive awareness and growth through marketing campaigns, influencer partnerships, and collaborations with key industry players. This allocation ensures the ecosystem expands globally and attracts a diverse player base. **Team (10%)** This allocation rewards the founding and development teams for their work and dedication. Tokens will follow a vesting schedule (e.g., a 1-year cliff with a 2–3-year linear vesting period) to align their incentives with the long-term success of the project. {% hint style="info" %} Team allocation has a 1 **year cliff** followed by a **3 year linear vesting period** after launch, released every month ( 2.7% of allocation). {% endhint %} **Reserve Fund (5%)** This small but crucial fund acts as a safety net, ensuring the project can cover unforeseen expenses or emergencies that might arise during development or after launch. {% hint style="info" %} Reserve fund will become available after a **1 year cliff** followed by a 6 **month linear vesting** period. {% endhint %} **DAO Governance (3%)** This allocation is reserved for incentivizing governance participation. It empowers the community by allowing token holders to vote on key game ecosystem decisions, aligning development with player interests. {% hint style="info" %} Governance tokens will be distributed monthly over 4 years with a cap of 630,000 $DRIFT Tokens per month {% endhint %}
#### **Why This Allocation Works** This model prioritizes player rewards while maintaining robust support for development, marketing, and team incentives. The inclusion of a reserve fund and DAO governance ensures long-term stability and community alignment, fostering trust and sustainability in Drift Derby’s ecosystem.