# Gamers

Gamers can explore a wide range of games on Peer2Play, participate in competitive tournaments, and earn **P2P Tokens** by playing. This section helps gamers get started quickly and begin engaging with the platform.

## **Step-by-Step Guide for Gamers**

1. **Sign Up and Connect Your Wallet**:
   * Create a gamer account on Peer2Play by signing up with your email and username.
   * Connect your Web3 wallet (e.g., MetaMask) to the platform to enable in-game purchases and tournament participation.
2. **Explore Games**:
   * Browse the **Game Library** to discover games that suit your interests.
   * Use filters to find games based on genre, popularity, or tournament availability.
   * Select a game and click **Play Now** to start gaming.
3. **Join a Tournament**:
   * Go to the **Tournaments** section to find open competitions for your favorite games.
   * Review the tournament details, including entry fees, prize pool distribution, and participant limits.
   * Join the tournament by staking the required **P2P Tokens** using your connected wallet.
   * Example API Call to Join a Tournament:

     ```bash
     bashCopy codePOST /api/tournaments/join
     ```

     **Request**:

     ```json
     jsonCopy code{
       "tournamentId": "tourn123",
       "playerId": "player123",
       "entryFee": 100
     }
     ```

     **Response**:

     ```json
     jsonCopy code{
       "status": "joined",
       "playerPosition": "active"
     }
     ```
4. **Compete and Earn Rewards**:
   * Compete against other players in the tournament for a chance to win rewards. Track your progress on the **Leaderboard** to see how you rank against other participants.
   * At the end of the tournament, if you place in the top ranks, you will receive a portion of the prize pool in **P2P Tokens**, which will be automatically credited to your wallet.
5. **Purchase In-Game Assets**:
   * Use your **P2P Tokens** to purchase in-game assets, such as skins, weapons, and upgrades.
   * Some assets are available as NFTs, allowing you to own and trade them on the Peer2Play marketplace or external NFT platforms.
6. **Track Your Progress**:
   * Use your **Player Profile** to view your tournament history, leaderboard rankings, and the number of tokens or rewards you’ve earned.
   * Manage your NFTs and token balance through your connected Web3 wallet.
