Basic Economy Guide
The game is ever evolving, so new items will always update the gameplay. This guide is based on the early version of game. And will be constantly updated.
The documentaion might look overwhelming. But it's kinda interesting and has a well articulated economical and financial understanding, so reading it wont be a very big issue, but it will be a help.
"A successful economy is not just about making money, but ensuring that wealth circulates efficiently." – John Maynard Keynes
In SEED, every player is a crucial part of a miniature economy—whether you're a Farmer, Factory Owner, or Energy Producer, your choices directly affect the balance of production, supply, and demand.
📌 This guide will help you: ✅ Understand how the economy works and how different roles depend on each other. ✅ Set optimal prices that maximize your profits without destabilizing the market. ✅ Learn how to maintain a sustainable economy where all players benefit and no sector collapses.
📌 1. The Core Economic Structure: Supply & Demand
🔹 How the Market Functions
This is a fully player-driven economy, meaning no NPCs or fixed prices—every price is set by players. But with great freedom comes great responsibility. Overpricing or underpricing can lead to shortages, bankruptcies, and economic collapse.
"If men define situations as real, they are real in their consequences." – W.I. Thomas
In a well-functioning economy:
Farmers must sell at a fair price so factories can afford raw materials.
Factories must sell finished goods at a price that keeps production flowing.
Energy and Fertilizer are the backbone—their availability determines overall productivity.
📌 The Golden Rule: A sustainable economy is one where all roles make a reasonable profit without pricing each other out of business.
📌 2. Economic Sustainability: How to Keep the Economy Alive
📌 The economy works when money flows between all players. 💡 If Farmers hoard crops, factories can’t produce. 💡 If Factories overprice, players will stop buying. 💡 If Energy costs rise, the entire game slows down.
📌 People are greedy—but if everyone overprices, the economy collapses (because no one will afford to produce).
🔹 The Key to Long-Term Success
✅ Farmers must keep selling at optimal per crop – If they raise prices, the whole economy suffers. ✅ Factories should aim for steady sales instead of maximizing per-unit profit. ✅ Energy producers must ensure Energy remains accessible. ✅ Players who keep prices fair will earn more over time due to higher transaction volume.
📌 3. Advanced Strategies: Outplaying the Market
"The secret to success is to own nothing, but control everything." – Nelson Rockefeller
For advanced players, the real profit comes from controlling supply chains, predicting market demand, and leveraging scarcity.
🔹 Pro Strategies for Competitive Players
📌 1. Become a Market Leader
If you own multiple production chains (e.g., Food Factory + Bakery), you can control supply and ensure your own success.
📌 2. Monitor Competitor Prices
If competitors are selling at max price, undercut them slightly to capture their customers.
📌 3. Bulk Deals & Partnerships
Offer discounts for large purchases
📌 4. Control Key Resources
If you see Energy demand rising, stockpile and sell strategically when prices peak.
📌4. NFT-Driven Economic Enhancements
"The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do." – Michael Porter
By integrating NFT perks, players can optimize their production efficiency without breaking the economy. Instead of directly inflating prices, these NFTs provide higher yields, cost reductions, or efficiency improvements—allowing users to earn more while keeping prices stable.
📌 How This Keeps the Economy Balanced
📌 No direct price inflation:
Instead of just making things more expensive, NFTs allow higher efficiency, keeping supply chains stable while boosting profits.
📌 Players still need to work for profits:
Even with NFT boosts, players must engage in trading & production—no "free money" loopholes.
📌 Encourages NFT trading & utility:
Players can buy/sell NFTs to specialize in different economic roles, adding a trading layer to the game.
📌 Expands long-term strategy & progression:
Players who invest in NFTs gain a competitive edge, but new players can still compete without being priced out.
📌 The Psychological Effect: Why Players Will Love This
"People don’t buy products, they buy better versions of themselves." – Seth Godin
By making these NFTs scarce and valuable, players will see them as: ✅ A status symbol ✅ A strategic advantage (higher profits, better efficiency) ✅ A trading opportunity (NFT marketplace for upgrades & resale)
🔥 This makes the economy deeper, more engaging, and long-lasting. 🚀
📌 A Prosperous Market Benefits Everyone
"A rising tide lifts all boats." – John F. Kennedy
📌 The economy thrives when: ✅ Players keep prices fair and focus on volume sales over one-time profits. ✅ Energy & Fertilizer remain affordable, ensuring steady production. ✅ Factories maintain a sustainable pricing model, keeping demand strong.
🔥 Follow these principles, and you won’t just survive—you’ll dominate the market. 💰🚀
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