HYTOPIA Reveals $HYBUX Tokenomics and Migration to Base

The HYTOPIA team has officially pulled back the curtain on the full tokenomics of $HYBUX, the new ecosystem token replacing $TOPIA. This sweeping update isn’t just about a token swap—it’s a complete revamp of the economic model powering one of the most ambitious blockchain games. From NFT-based inflation hedging to revamped staking, creator endorsements, and a move to the Base network, HYTOPIA is setting the stage for a more dynamic, player-driven future.

Let’s break down what this means for players, creators, and the broader gaming economy.

$HYBUX Launch and Airdrop Deadline

The $HYBUX rollout comes with 10 billion tokens in total supply. $TOPIA holders will receive a 2:1 airdrop, but there’s a strict deadline—September 1.

If users don’t remove $TOPIA from smart contracts or LPs before the cutoff, they’ll lose their eligibility. On launch, $HYBUX won’t live on HYCHAIN but instead on Base, unlocking stronger exchange support, liquidity access, and streamlined onboarding.

Why HYTOPIA Replaced $TOPIA

The HY Foundation explained that $HYBUX was designed to fix structural flaws in $TOPIA’s model. Among the biggest issues:

• Token emissions grew too quickly.

• Rewards weren’t aligned with actual activity or creator output.

• Liquidity was limited since HYCHAIN was a smaller L2.

With $HYBUX, token rewards will directly reflect user engagement—whether that’s playing, building, staking, or investing in NFTs. In other words, value now flows where activity happens.

Inflation Designed to Reward Activity

Inflation officially kicks in on January 1, 2026, with a 10% annual cap. Unlike traditional inflation, which punishes holders, HYTOPIA’s system is designed to reward active players.

Here’s how it works:

• Stakers who pair $HYBUX with NFTs like Worlds, Avatars, or Gray Boys receive a hedge against inflation.

• Rarity matters—rare NFTs provide a stronger hedge.

• Fully hedged users can hit the 10% cap and earn extra rewards.

• Inactive wallets, however, will see their share diluted.

Rewards are distributed in weekly Epochs, and any unclaimed rewards go to the HY Foundation treasury—acting as a pseudo supply cut while leaving room for future grants or burns.

The Shift From HYCHAIN to Base

HYTOPIA’s original chain, HYCHAIN, is being sunset. Migrating to Base, an Ethereum L2 backed by Coinbase, means:

• Easier onboarding for new users.

• Broader access to centralized exchanges.

• Lower friction for developers and creators.

NFTs, however, will remain on Ethereum mainnet, with staking bridging across chains. This setup allows users to keep their Ethereum-based assets while earning rewards on Base.

NFTs Take Center Stage

HYTOPIA’s new tokenomics make NFTs more than collectibles—they’re economic tools. Some of the biggest changes include:

• Staking Hedge: NFTs provide direct inflation protection.

• Marketplace Revenue Share: 15% of sales and 5% of royalties go back to the staking pool.

• Creator Endorsements: NFT holders can stake $HYBUX to back new games or servers, earning rewards if the project succeeds.

This shift creates a real demand for NFTs, especially rare ones, since the system caps the total number of fully hedged wallets at around 4,000.

Node System Gets Simplified

Nodes have historically been difficult to operate, buggy, and unclear in payouts. That’s changing with a burn-and-claim model:

• Node holders can now burn their node at any time to claim the full reward pool.

• Once claimed, the pool resets and starts building again.

• Node minting has closed, making supply capped and deflationary.

This makes node ownership more strategic—timing a burn could mean major payouts.

Marketplace Powered by $HYBUX

The HYTOPIA marketplace is being fully transitioned to $HYBUX. Early on, players will be able to load wallets with either USDC or $HYBUX, but the long-term vision includes a fiat on-ramp where users can buy items directly with credit cards.

Creators benefit heavily from this structure:

• Direct sales: 35% goes to the creator, 50% to HYTOPIA, and 15% to the staking pool.

• Secondary sales: Sellers keep 80%, with the rest split between HYTOPIA, creators, and the staking pool.

This ensures creators always get paid in $HYBUX, cementing its role at the heart of the economy.

Player Engagement With HYSCORE and XP

HYTOPIA is also introducing a platform-wide XP system that rewards players for time spent and goals achieved. This ties directly into HYSCORE, which measures player quality and filters out bots or exploit accounts.

• Positive behavior increases rewards.

• Negative behavior lowers influence on key metrics.

• Endorsement rewards stay fair, ensuring real players benefit most.

  
  

Governance and HY Foundation

The HY Foundation, registered in the Cayman Islands, is the neutral body overseeing the ecosystem. Board members are uncompensated, and the treasury will manage unclaimed inflation rewards.

In time, governance will expand to the community, allowing players and creators to help shape future decisions—whether that’s funding grants or burning supply.

What This Means for Players

The transition to $HYBUX marks a new era for HYTOPIA. Unlike the passive $TOPIA system, players must now actively engage with the ecosystem to maximize value. That could mean:

• Staking NFTs to hedge against inflation.

• Supporting creators through endorsements.

• Participating in the marketplace.

• Tracking activity and rewards on web3.hytopia.com.

But the most urgent step? Claiming the airdrop before September 1. After that, $TOPIA is gone for good, and $HYBUX becomes the lifeblood of HYTOPIA’s world.