# Token Utilities

$ALT has varying utilities through our entire ecosystem (inside and outside the game). All this to maximize the usage for $ALT holders.

## Utilities of $ALT in **Alternates**

1. **In-Game Purchases**:
   * **$ALT** can be used to purchase a variety of in-game items, including character skins, weapon skins, and other cosmetic enhancements that allow players to personalize their gameplay experience.
2. **NFT Purchases and Trading**:
   * **$ALT** is utilized in the in-game marketplace to purchase and trade NFTs. These NFTs can include rare items, exclusive skins, or other unique assets that hold value both in and out of the game.
3. **Chests and Loot Boxes**:
   * Players can spend **$ALT** to unlock loot chests that contain random rewards, such as new skins, NFTs, or in-game boosts.
4. **Staking for Rewards**:
   * **$ALT** can be staked by players to earn passive rewards or additional tokens over time, incentivizing players to hold onto their tokens and stay engaged in the ecosystem.
5. **Event and Tournament Entry**:
   * Certain in-game events, competitions, and tournaments may require **$ALT** for entry, with the potential for players to win more **$ALT** or exclusive rewards.
6. **Boosts and Power-Ups**:
   * **$ALT** can be used to purchase temporary boosts or enhancements that provide advantages in gameplay, such as increased experience points or in-game abilities.
7. **Clan and Leaderboard Contributions**:
   * Accumulated **$ALT** can contribute to a player’s points on the leaderboard, fostering competition and rewarding top players with further prizes or recognition.
8. **Integration with Web3**:
   * **$ALT** interacts with the broader web3 ecosystem, allowing for its use or conversion in decentralized markets or other blockchain projects, extending its utility beyond the game itself.