Roadmap

March 2020 E-PAL launched with backing from a16z, Galaxy Interactive, YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, Riot Games CEO Marc Merrill, and League of Legends Director Thomas Vu. Rapid growth followed in North America and Europe, with partnerships in major games like LoL and COD.

January 2024 E-PAL became the world’s largest gaming companion platform, boasting 4.2M users and 450k Epals, solidifying its reputation as the go-to term for gaming companionship worldwide. February 2024 The E-PAL team shifted focus to AI and blockchain, introducing Balance, leveraging AI to enhance user experience and reduce costs, while integrating blockchain to power fan tokens using the Bonding Curve model. July 2024 Balance v1.0 launched, compatible with all EVM networks. It became the only gaming platform bridging Web2 and Web3, partnering with over 150 games. August 2024 Infrastructure development began with 5 layers: Application, Platform, Protocol, Infrastructure, and Token Layers, empowering users with AI-driven tools, NFT functionality, and integrated blockchain solutions. Community growth initiatives launched across Discord, Telegram, and Twitter. September 2024 Balance Platform went live, integrating AI functionality and onboarding more AI Epals. The Pioneer Badge campaign attracted 300+ KOLs/communities, elevating the platform's visibility. October 2024 Key collaborations launched, including Binance’s 4YA BNB event, OKX wallet NFT mint, and Bybit WSOT. Pioneer Badge minting followed. November 2024 Balance Node system launched, with over 200 partnered games. December 2024 Node Token Vesting began, along with the launch of fan token product and a new funding PR round.

January-February 2025 EPT token listed on CEXs. In-game plugins, activity-driven user rewards program, and a Line mini-game launched. March-April 2025 Balance Chain debuted alongside new AI Epals. A strategic partnership with a Web2 giant was announced, marking a major milestone. May-July 2025 New AI features, Telegram mini-games, and the Balance ID system were introduced. By July, the Application, Protocol, Infrastructure, and Token Layers were fully operational, establishing Balance as a comprehensive Web3 ecosystem.