Cryptocurrency FAQ

A 50-item FAQ for virtual coins, game economies, and education-first Web3 concepts.

A custodial wallet is managed by a platform (easier onboarding, less control). A non-custodial wallet is controlled by the player (more …

Inflation happens when coins are created faster than they’re removed, so prices rise and rewards feel less meaningful. Designers fight …

Virtual coins are in-game currencies-sometimes called soft currency (earned) and hard currency (often purchased)-that let you unlock items, …

Parental controls can limit purchases, require approvals, or set spending caps. They matter because kids can be enthusiastic Coins Farmers. …

Off-chain coins live in the developer’s database; on-chain tokens live on a blockchain like Ethereum or Solana. Off-chain is fast and …

Gacha systems use randomized draws for characters or items, typically purchased with currency. They can create intense spending pressure. A …

Season resets refresh progression and re-balance rewards. They keep economies from inflating forever and give new players a fair entry …

Games use behavioral signals: repetitive inputs, abnormal play patterns, suspicious transaction networks, and device/account fingerprints. …

Deflation is the opposite: coins become too scarce, making progress feel slow and discouraging. Healthy games tune rewards so casual players …

Third-party marketplaces are sites outside the game where people trade accounts, currency, or items. They can be risky due to scams, stolen …