What Is DAR Open Network (D)?
The DAR Open Network is AI-driven, chain-agnostic infrastructure designed to transform Web3 applications. Acting as a foundational blockchain layer, it aims to foster a community-centric ecosystem where applications benefit from shared technology, assets, user experiences, and a collaborative community. With a diverse product suite ranging from social interactions and gaming to AI agent builders, the DAR Open Network caters to both developers and end-users.
Governance and management of the DAR Open Network are overseen by the MoD Foundation, with development efforts carried out by global product teams, each focusing on distinct platform components and games.
Originally launched as Mines of Dalarnia in April 2022, the project transitioned into DAR Open Network by early 2024, evolving into a multi-game, blockchain-agnostic platform. This shift introduced features like DAR ID, a unified account management system, the cross-game Dalarnia Quest System, and the development of both internal games and partner-published titles.
In 2024, the platform integrated with over 10 prominent blockchains, including Ethereum, BSC, Aptos, Solana, Sui, Base, Avalanche, Polygon OP, Mantle, Manta, Arbitrum, Skale, Ronin, Immutable, and Viction. This cross-chain connectivity removed barriers for players, broadened the user base, and enhanced overall engagement. Additionally, DAR Open Network welcomed more than 30 gaming projects, including titles like Chain of Alliance, Aavegotchi, Pufferse, ZK Candy, Aperion, and Anichess.
The $D token plays a central role in the ecosystem, functioning as a governance token for community decision-making and encouraging user involvement in product and content development. It also serves as the platform's currency, enabling access to developer tools, gaming content, and services. Through staking, $D incentivizes ecosystem growth and fosters active participation from token holders. Its versatility extends to acting as a game currency, a marketplace currency for the Dalarnia Portal, and a payment method for various developer tools across the network.