Chunked is the first fully onchain sandbox metaverse game built on the Somnia Network. Every action—mining, crafting, building—executes as a real-time transaction on the blockchain. With over 2 million transactions logged since its April 11 launch, Chunked is a proof of concept for Somnia’s high-speed, EVM-compatible infrastructure.
Get started at chunked.xyz by connecting your wallet (MetaMask or Rabby recommended) and joining the active testnet.
Chunked is also a key part of the Somnia airdrop farming system, where testnet activity like gameplay and crafting could contribute to eligibility for future token rewards.
How to Play Chunked
The Somnia game is still in very early (and experimental) stages. Here is what you should know and what is available so far!
Gameplay Overview
- Move: W, A, S, D keys
- Mine: Hold left-click on materials like wood, stone, or sand
- Build: Select blocks (1–9), then right-click to place
- Open Inventory: Press E to view items and combine resources for crafting
How to Craft Tools and Progress
Chunked’s crafting system mirrors early Minecraft, but every item creation is an onchain event. As you explore and gather materials, follow this basic progression path:
- Craft a Wooden Pickaxe – Start by gathering birch wood and crafting sticks
- Craft a Stone Pickaxe – Mine cobblestone just under surface soil
- Craft an Iron Pickaxe – Iron ore is found in the mid-layer depths, though smelting is not yet active
- Mine Gold – Requires crafting progression; gold can also be synthesized
- Mine a Diamond – The rarest resource, tied to advanced synthesis
Resource Synthesis Mechanics
If you can’t find certain rare resources, Chunked allows for crafting equivalents using basic materials. This gives builders an alternative way to scale their progress and possibly earn more quest points.
- 1 Sand = 1 Dirt
- 9 Dirt = 1 Gold ingot
- 4 Dirt = 1 Log
- 9 Gold Ingots = 1 Diamond
- 1 Diamond = 1 Block of Diamond
These conversion mechanics reward grinding and creativity, especially for those aiming to climb the testnet leaderboard or prepare for a potential $SOM drop. As described in the Somnia airdrop guide, these types of deep interactions with the system are likely to be weighted heavily.
Where to Find Key Materials
Sourced from early player feedback and explorers:
- Birch Wood – Chop birch trees for sticks, planks, and tools (or trade for Dirt)
- Cobblestone – Found under soft surface layers
- Sand – Harvested from desert areas; convert to dirt
- Dirt & Grass – Found at the surface; essential for building and synthesis
- Iron Ore – Mid-layer depth; smelting not yet available
- Lava Blocks – Deep layers, visually distinct, useful for design
- Lapis Lazuli – Rare gem located deep in underground labyrinths
- Gold & Diamond – Either mined with the right tools or crafted from base materials
Why Chunked Is Essential for Somnia Users
Beyond a playable demo, Chunked is a key testnet questing platform. Every block you mine, every tool you craft, and every diamond you forge could be part of your engagement profile for Somnia’s upcoming token launch. Somnia’s broader ecosystem already supports games like Chunked through a quest-based system outlined in the Top 5 Games on Somnia.
