"I just want to try Meteon Run — what do I actually do?" Here's the three-line answer.

  1. Install the free app and run (no NFT needed; sign in with Google / Apple / email — or just play as a guest; if you plan to earn, sign in, since guest progress may stay on the device per the official whitepaper)
  2. When you want to start earning, log in to Meteon Garage with the Google / Apple / email account you signed in with → a Garage Wallet is created for you automatically
  3. Buy (or borrow) an NFT sneaker → run and earn GMTO → withdraw

Earnings are paid in GMTO, the in-game token. How much you earn depends on your sneaker, game mode, the market price and the game's rules, and nothing is guaranteed. Start with step 1. Every figure on this page is an example as displayed on Meteon Garage or in the official whitepaper as of August 22, 2026.

In this guide
  1. The 3 steps
  2. Which entry point fits you?
  3. First do's and don'ts
  4. What to read next
  5. FAQ

Meteon Run in 3 Steps: The Fastest Way to Start

1

Install the free app and take your first run

Download it from the App Store or Google Play. Sign in with Google, Apple or email — or skip sign-up entirely with Guest Play and start right away. If you plan to earn, sign in with Google / Apple / email from the start: the official whitepaper notes that guest progress may stay on the device, and you'll use that same account for Meteon Garage in step 2. The free trial gear lets you experience the full game loop (no NFT required).

You need: just your phone | Cost: free | Time: a few minutes

2

When you want to earn, log in to Meteon Garage

Log in to the official marketplace, Meteon Garage (market.meteornrun.io), with the Google / Apple / email account you signed in with in the app, and a Polygon wallet called the "Garage Wallet" is created for you automatically (no seed phrase). Buying NFTs, deposits and withdrawals, and the scholarship program all happen here.

You need: the Google / Apple / email account you use in the app | Cost: free | Time: a few minutes → How to use Meteon Garage

3

Buy (or borrow) an NFT sneaker → run and earn GMTO → withdraw

Buy a sneaker under "Buy NFT" on Garage (pay in USDT / MTO / GMTO / POL, with gas in POL — e.g. COMMON 25 USDT) or borrow one through the scholarship program (no upfront cost). Run with an NFT sneaker equipped and GMTO builds up; repairs are paid in GMTO too. Cashing out is a two-step transfer: first move GMTO from your game account to your Garage Wallet (0.5% fee, minimum withdrawal ≈ $10 — as displayed on Garage, August 22, 2026), then send it from the Garage Wallet to an exchange that accepts GMTO on Polygon (this step needs a little POL for gas).

You need: if buying, payment tokens plus POL in your Garage Wallet | Cost: the sneaker plus repairs (GMTO), plus POL for gas when you transfer | Time: Garage says GMTO transfers are credited within 2–5 minutes; the exchange side depends on your exchange → Getting ready to earn / Deposit & Withdraw

Which Entry Point Fits You? Three Paths Compared

There are three ways in, and you can switch between them at any time — so start with the free one.

Try it for free Free play, or borrow as a scholar
  • The app is free and Guest Play needs no sign-up. Free trial gear lets you experience the full loop
  • Borrow an NFT sneaker through the scholarship program for zero upfront cost. Scholars get 3–10 plays a day depending on rank, and there's a cap on the rarity you can borrow
  • Best for: anyone who wants to try it first → Lower-cost ways to start
Buy an NFT and go all in Buy on Meteon Garage and run in your own sneaker
  • Example: COMMON 25 USDT (as shown on Garage, August 22, 2026). The lineup runs from affordable pairs to high-rarity ones
  • Running wears down durability, and repairs are paid in GMTO (Common's base repair cost is about $0.772 × the share of durability lost, per the whitepaper table)
  • Best for: people who want to run seriously at their own pace → How to buy an NFT
Lend or stake to earn Scholarship owner / MTO staking
  • Lend your NFT sneaker and split the scholar's GMTO (the owner gets 2–4% if the scholar pays for repairs, 97–99% if the owner pays)
  • Staking V2: 1 MTO → 40 GMTO per year, claim anytime, 7-day wait to unstake (displayed APY about 20%, moves with the market)
  • Best for: people who don't have time to run → Scholarship / Staking

Prices, share ratios and APY are examples as displayed on August 22, 2026. They change with the market and with updates to the game.

First Do's and Don'ts

Do: run for free first and get comfortable with the controls. Turn on two-factor authentication on the Google / Apple account you log in with.
Don't:
  • Send funds on any chain other than Polygon. Your Garage Wallet is Polygon-only, and sending from another chain may mean losing the assets for good.
  • Mistake in-app TRIAL / COMMON sneakers for NFTs. They aren't — and, like the Trial sneakers sold on Garage, they can't be lent out through the scholarship program.
  • Treat the numbers as fixed. Prices, the minimum withdrawal and APY are all examples as displayed on August 22, 2026, and change with the market and the game's rules.
  • Spend money expecting big earnings. Earnings are in GMTO with no guarantee, and repairs cost money too. Only use funds you can afford to lose.

What to Read Next

Quick Start FAQ

Can I play for free?
Yes. The app is free, and Guest Play lets you play without signing up. The free trial gear lets you experience the full game loop. Officially, GMTO is earned by running with an NFT sneaker equipped; whether trial gear earns GMTO isn't stated officially, so we won't claim either way.
Can I start with just my phone?
For playing, yes — everything happens on your phone. To earn and cash out, you'll also need Meteon Garage (it works in your phone's browser) and an account at a crypto exchange where you can receive GMTO and convert it to your local currency.
How much do I need to start?
Free play and borrowing as a scholar cost nothing. If you buy an NFT sneaker, one example is COMMON 25 USDT (as shown on Garage, August 22, 2026), plus POL for gas and repair costs (GMTO) as you run. Prices move with the market.