Transform your high-traffic application into a dedicated blockchain with 1-second block times, sub-cent transactions, and enterprise-grade infrastructure. Base Appchains provide dedicated blockspace for mature applications that need to scale beyond shared network limitations.

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What Are Base Appchains?

Base Appchains are app-specific Layer 3 rollups built on Base that provide dedicated blockspace for individual applications. Instead of competing with thousands of other apps for network resources, you get your own high-performance blockchain that rolls up to Base and inherits Ethereum’s security.
Layer 3 appchains roll up to Base (Layer 2), which settles on Ethereum, providing you with dedicated performance while maintaining the security guarantees of the Ethereum ecosystem.
Think of it as the difference between sharing a highway during rush hour versus having your own dedicated express lane. With shared blockspace, your app’s performance depends on network-wide activity. With an Appchain, you get consistent, predictable performance regardless of what’s happening elsewhere.

Shared Blockspace

Compete with other apps for network resources, leading to variable performance, unpredictable costs, and user experience issues during peak times.

Dedicated Blockspace

Your own infrastructure with predictable performance, custom gas tokens, full control over throughput, and consistent user experience.

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Why Choose Base Appchains?

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High-Speed Performance Built for Scale

Stop letting network congestion impact your user experience. Base Appchains deliver 1-second block times and sub-10 second withdrawals, making them 10x faster than typical blockchain interactions.
Gaming applications like Blocklords have processed over 80 million transactions across 1.8 million wallets using Base Appchains, achieving the scale needed for their gaming ecosystem without performance degradation.

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Predictable, Cost-Effective Operations

Replace unpredictable gas costs with fixed monthly pricing. Process transactions for fractions of cents while eliminating the need to sponsor gas costs for your users.

Before Appchains

Variable gas costs, expensive user onboarding, unpredictable operational expenses, and complex gas sponsorship management.

With Appchains

Fixed monthly pricing, sub-cent transactions, predictable budgeting, and no gas sponsorship complexity.

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Enterprise-Grade Infrastructure

With Base Appchains, you get:
Fully-managed sequencer and node infrastructure
Automated maintenance and upgrades
Real-time monitoring and performance alerts
Dedicated block explorer for your chain

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Seamless Base Ecosystem Integration

Maintain access to Base’s users, liquidity, and developer tools while getting dedicated performance. Your Appchain integrates seamlessly with Smart Wallet, Paymaster, OnchainKit, and other Base ecosystem tools.

Smart Wallet

Enable seamless account abstraction across Base Mainnet and your Appchain with unified user experiences.

Paymaster

Sponsor gas costs across multiple chains with unified billing and simplified user onboarding.

OnchainKit

Use the same familiar developer tools and components across the entire Base ecosystem.

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Technical Architecture

Base Appchains are built on the OP Enclave framework, providing fast withdrawals and seamless integration with Base Mainnet. This architecture enables near-instant bridging while maintaining security through innovative proving mechanisms.

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Use Cases & Success Stories

Base Appchains power applications across gaming, DeFi, and enterprise sectors that require high performance and predictable costs.
Process millions of micro-transactions for in-game actions, NFT trades, and player interactions without network congestion affecting gameplay performance.Success Story: Super Champs chose Base Appchains for consistent throughput, comparing the experience to “gaming on iOS” - smooth, predictable, and reliable.
Base Appchains are designed for mature projects with significant transaction volumes. If you’re just starting out or have low transaction volumes, consider building on Base Mainnet first to establish product-market fit.

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When Should You Consider an Appchain?

Base Appchains are ideal for applications that have outgrown shared blockspace limitations. Use this checklist to determine if an Appchain is right for your project:
High Transaction Volume: Your app generates thousands of transactions daily and performance is affected by network congestion
Significant Gas Sponsorship: You’re spending substantial amounts sponsoring gas costs for users through Paymaster or similar solutions
Performance-Critical Operations: User experience is negatively impacted by variable transaction times or network congestion
Custom Requirements: You need custom gas tokens, specialized permissions, or governance mechanisms not available on shared chains
Predictable Costs: Fixed operational costs are important for your business model and budgeting
If you’re considering launching your own L1 or L2 blockchain, Base Appchains offer a compelling alternative with faster time-to-market, proven infrastructure, and immediate access to Base’s ecosystem.

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Getting Started

Base Appchains are currently in beta with a waitlist. We’re working with select partners to refine the platform before broader availability.
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Join the Beta Waitlist

Complete our application form to be considered for early access to Base Appchains. We prioritize applications from mature projects with clear scaling needs.

Apply for Early Access

Join the Base Appchains beta program
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Technical Consultation

Our team will review your application and schedule a consultation to understand your specific scaling requirements, transaction patterns, and technical needs.
During the consultation, we’ll help you determine if an Appchain is the right solution and design the optimal configuration for your use case.
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Development & Testing

Once approved, you’ll receive access to both testnet and mainnet features. Start with the $1/month testnet to validate your architecture and integration.
Use the testnet environment to test bridging, custom gas tokens, and permission systems before deploying to mainnet.
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Mainnet Launch

Deploy to production with full enterprise support, monitoring, and maintenance included. Our team provides ongoing support for your Appchain infrastructure.
Full technical support during launch and ongoing operations
Coming Soon: Self-serve, one-click deployment will be available for approved projects, making it even easier to launch and manage your Appchain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Ready to Scale?

Base Appchains represent the next evolution in blockchain scaling, providing dedicated infrastructure without sacrificing ecosystem benefits. Whether you’re processing millions of gaming transactions, handling high-frequency DeFi operations, or building enterprise solutions, Appchains deliver the performance and predictability your users expect.

Join the Waitlist

Apply for early access to Base Appchains beta program

Explore Base Tools

Discover the full ecosystem of Base developer tools and integrations
Next Steps: After joining the waitlist, explore Base’s developer documentation to understand how Appchains integrate with Smart Wallet, Paymaster, OnchainKit, and other ecosystem tools.