The Onikuma project is an innovative, on-chain social game built natively on the Berachain blockchain, blending elements of game theory with the dynamic nature of the crypto world. At its core, Onikuma challenges players to bet on which of eight candidates will emerge victorious, with decisions influenced by word of mouth, personal preferences, and insider information. The game leverages psychological tactics to create an engaging and strategic experience, drawing parallels to the financial markets.
Inspired by John Maynard Keynes’ analogy of financial markets as a beauty contest, Onikuma asks players to predict not just who they think will win, but who others will choose as the winner. This requires a deep understanding of the “average opinion” and what others perceive that opinion to be, adding layers of strategic thinking that go beyond simple personal preferences.
In Onikuma, success hinges on aligning with the evolving consensus within the community, as the ‘average opinion’ adapts over time. This gameplay is set against the backdrop of a market simulated to be rife with FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt), fake news, and collective intelligence, making it a test of both psychological acumen and strategic foresight.
