Did a game bring you to Ronin, only for you to run into words like wallet, RON, or blockchain? You do not need to learn all of them before choosing a game. This guide explains what each piece does and what to do next.
Ronin is not a game: it is a network that some games and apps use to record transactions and digital assets. Ronin currently describes itself as an Ethereum layer 2: a network connected to Ethereum that processes transactions through its own infrastructure. (Official introduction to Ronin)
The quick map
| What you encounter | What it does |
|---|---|
| 🎮 A game | The experience you choose. Each game sets its own access requirements. |
| 🌐 Ronin | The network some games use for certain transactions and digital assets. |
| 🔐 Ronin Wallet | The official wallet for managing assets and approving transactions when an app requires it. |
| 🪙 RON | The ecosystem token. It is used to pay for transactions on Ronin and to participate in validator staking. |
Playing a game and transferring a digital item can be different actions. If an action needs to be recorded on the network, the app may ask you to connect a wallet and approve the transaction. Games do not all use the network in the same way.
Where should I start?
- Explore the official game catalog. Pick a game that interests you.
- Open the game's official page. Check whether it is available on your device and in your region, how to get access, and whether you need an account, wallet, purchase, or asset to begin.
- Follow that game's instructions. Requirements vary. Do not buy RON or NFTs until you know you need them.
- Learn about wallets or RON when a specific action requires them. The official RON guide explains its uses and ways to acquire it.
Ronin presents a general path involving a wallet, a game, funds, and digital assets. That path does not establish that every game requires all those steps before you can play. (Getting started on Ronin)
To begin, choose a game and check its requirements. You can browse the catalog without buying assets; confirm the specific access rules on the game's own page.
