On the Solana blockchain, STEPN is a self-described "Web3 lifestyle app" with GameFi components. It creates a new category called "move-to-earn" by fusing elements of a play-to-earn game and a fitness software. Users purchase NFT sneakers so they can walk, run, or jog while earning in-game currency.
By encouraging millions of users to lead healthier lifestyles, STEPN seeks to transform the fitness application business. The app addresses a number of issues, such as "proof of movement" (demonstrating that users actually exercised) and a working GPS system. Additionally, STEPN monetarily pays users, intends to include social reward components, and successfully contributes to carbon neutrality.
The app, which works on both Android and iOS, only took five months to go from its initial development to the open beta stage. Following a successful IDO in March 2022, STEPN intends to improve its in-game features and introduce them to a number of additional chains.