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# Burn/Boost Game

A Fun and Competitive Game to Decide a Meme’s Fate

#### ***Disclaimer:** The Burn/Boost Game is part of Sandbox Mode and uses **Burns points**, the platform’s internal, non-monetary currency. No real tokens or money are involved, and memes voted on in this game will not result in a memecoin launch or bonding curve listing.*

The **Burn/Boost Game** is a central feature of **Sandbox Mode** on Burning Meme, where users vote on the fate of submitted memes using **Burns points**. This is purely a game for exploration and fun, with no real tokens or financial risk involved.

### **How the Burn/Boost Game Works**

1. **Meme Submission**\
   Meme creators submit their memes to the platform, initiating the Burn/Boost Game. Submitted memes enter a **voting stage**, where the community decides whether to **Boost** or **Burn** them.
2. **Voting Period**\
   The voting stage lasts for a limited time (e.g., 1 hour). During this time, users vote by locking their **Burns points**:
   * **Boost**: Supporters vote to “Boost” the meme, showing their belief in its potential.
   * **Burn**: Opponents vote to “Burn” the meme, expressing their skepticism.
3. **Fair Voting Formula**\
   To ensure fairness and reduce the risk of manipulation, the **voting power** is calculated using a formula that balances influence and timing, making the voting process transparent and equitable.
4. **Outcome**\
   At the end of the voting period, the side with the higher score wins:
   * If **Boosters win**, the meme is declared successful in the game, and the **Boost** team takes all the locked Burns points.
   * If **Burners win**, the meme is “burned,” and the **Burn** team takes all the locked Burns points.

### **Key Features of the Burn/Boost Game**

1. **Fair and Transparent Voting**\
   The Fair Voting Formula ensures that votes are weighted by both timing and contribution, preventing manipulation and encouraging strategic decisions.
2. **Fast and Engaging**\
   With a limited voting timeframe, the game is dynamic and encourages active participation.
3. **No Financial Risk**\
   Since the game uses Burns points, players can freely explore strategies and decisions without any real-world consequences.
4. **Community-Centric Gameplay**\
   The game fosters collaboration and competition, letting users directly influence the outcome of submitted memes.

### **Why Participate in the Burn/Boost Game?**

* **Learn and Experiment**: The game is a safe space to understand voting mechanics and test strategies.
* **Engage with the Community**: Collaborate with other users to support or challenge memes.
* **Compete for Points**: Win Burns points to use for rewards like Guru DAO NFTs and Weekly Reward Chests.