Author: 0xAkina

Compiled by: Felix, PANews

There is a game in the Solana ecosystem called SAGE Labs, which many people may have heard of, but few have actually played. SAGE Labs is part of Star Atlas, one of the largest Web3 games and ecosystems.

Although Star Atlas itself is not a fully on-chain game, SAGE is. This article will delve into all aspects of the on-chain game SAGE, including:

• The positioning of SAGE Labs in the Star Atlas ecosystem
• In-game economic model
• Gameplay
• How to get started

Relationship between Star Atlas and SAGE

First, take some time to understand the positioning of Sage Labs in the Star Atlas ecosystem. Star Atlas is a space exploration game based on Solana, founded in 2020.

The game is set in an open outer space world, where players will explore complex economies and ensure the dominance of the galaxy through battles.

Star Atlas has raised millions of dollars and has been in development for the past few years. Although the full game has not yet been launched, some test versions have been released.

For example, in the latest release, players have the opportunity to engage in space battles with AI, test third-person shooting modes against robots, participate in timed races, watch spaceships, and even try the game in VR.

In addition to the "main" Star Atlas game, the team has also developed an auxiliary game called SAGE Labs.

SAGE Labs promotional image

SAGE is a 2D, fully on-chain browser game where players will explore, mine resources, and forge items. It can be seen as "Star Atlas V0" because SAGE uses the same economic system and assets as Star Atlas.

SAGE's Economy

SAGE has a complex economic model with many active components. To understand its gameplay, players must understand how the economy operates, as outlined briefly below.

ATLAS and POLIS

Two main tokens power the ecosystem: ATLAS and POLIS.

ATLAS is a payment token used as a medium of exchange in the game. ATLAS is inflationary, with its supply growth rate consistent with the in-game economy.

POLIS is the governance token of the game. When staked, POLIS holders have control over the Star Atlas DAO and treasury. Unlike ATLAS, the supply of POLIS is fixed.

Resources

In addition to tokens, many resources play a crucial role in the game.

One type of resource is consumables, which are essential for exploration in the game. These four consumables are:

• Food
• Ammunition
• Fuel
• Toolkits

Each consumable serves a different purpose, with food and ammunition used for survival, fuel for transportation, and toolkits for aiding in resource discovery.

Another type of resource is raw materials, which can be mined and used to forge other items (detailed later).

For more information about resources, visit this website, which provides comprehensive information about each resource.

Spaceships

The second major component of the SAGE economic model is spaceships.

Spaceships are crucial for activities in the game, such as SDU scanning and mining.

3D rendering of some spaceships

Each spaceship varies in size, which determines how far and fast it can fly, the amount of materials it can transport, mining speed, and more. Additionally, spaceships can be equipped with modules and components to make them superior to other ships of the same level.

To view all the statistics of the latest updated spaceships, refer to this Google spreadsheet.

(This sheet is shared by the Star Atlas community, but please always take secure precautions.)

Spaceships and other in-game assets can be purchased on the Star Atlas market.

Star Atlas Market

Players can also post bounties on the market to have others complete tasks for them.

Gameplay

Now that the SAGE economic model has been understood, let's delve into the gameplay. As mentioned earlier, there are three main gameplay elements in SAGE Labs:

• SDU scanning
• Mining
• Forging

SDU Scanning

The core component of Sage Labs is the Search Data Unit (SDU) scanning.

In this part of the game, players will use ships to scan various areas of the map and locate SDUs.

Map within the game

The locations and quantity of SDUs available in the game will change over time, as only a quarter of the map will contain SDUs.

When a player finds an SDU, they can sell it on the market or exchange it for in-game assets such as items, ships, or NFTs.

If a player decides to focus on scanning SDUs, it's best to have a fleet of at least 10 ships to increase the chances of finding them.

Considering that the minimum ship price is around $10, scanning SDUs is a cost-effective way to enter the game.

To maximize the chances of obtaining SDUs, it is recommended to use this tool, which determines the SDU drop rate based on the region of the player's map.

Mining

Another important gameplay element in SAGE Labs is mining, which involves using ships to extract various resources in the game.

Different resources that can be mined

Once mined, they can be used to forge components, which can then be kept or sold on the open market.

The speed at which players mine resources depends on the spaceship, the planet being mined, and the scarcity of the target resource.

Resources in SAGE are not artificially fixed in supply; their supply is only limited by the speed at which they are mined from specific locations.

Forging

Forging is the third part of the gameplay in SAGE Labs.

As mentioned earlier, forging involves using resources to create items that players can use to build their own fleet in the game or sell on the in-game market.

Items that can be forged

It's important to calculate the cost of raw materials and the prices of items on the market, as hand-forging may not always be profitable.

Getting Started and User Experience

Now let's understand how to get started with the game and the user experience. To be honest, getting started with the game is quite challenging.

As mentioned earlier, the in-game economic model is complex and requires a lot of calculations and the use of some tools to complete.

The game also does not use disposable wallets or session keys, so players must manually confirm transactions for each operation. But don't worry, here are the first steps to assist players in getting started. The first few are simple, as players only need to:

• Connect a Solana wallet
• Create a character

Then things get a bit more complex, as players need to:

• Choose a faction

The three factions

Players can choose from three different factions, including the human representative MUD, the alien species alliance ONI, and the sentient robot group Ustur.

Although most players choose MUD, the differences between factions are currently almost indistinguishable.

However, there are some benefits to doing so, as players can use MUD infrastructure and receive help from other players.

After choosing a faction, you need to:

• Choose a name
• Purchase a ship

Players need to purchase at least one ship from the market to play, with the cheapest ship priced at around $10.

Additionally, players must stock up on four types of consumables to start SDU scanning.

This may be a bit tricky, and it's recommended that players gather information from the Star Atlas Discord, which is also a potential good place for guild recruitment.

It's also recommended to use Sage 2D V1, as it's easier to run, has fewer errors, and has more videos and tutorials.

Final Thoughts

Although getting started with Sage Labs is not easy, once you understand the economic model and various mechanisms, the game can be very enjoyable. Developers are constantly building, releasing updates, and trying out new features.

This is a great way to get an early look at Star Atlas, and when the 3D version of the game is completed, players can jump right in.

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