Method 1. From the MetaMask network list (30 seconds)
- Open MetaMask → network list → "Add network".
- Find Base under popular networks and press "Add".
- Confirm. The network appears in your list.
Method 2. Via Chainlist
- Open chainlist.org and connect MetaMask. The site asks only for a connection, not for a transaction signature.
- Search "Base", pick Base Mainnet (chain ID 8453) and press "Add to MetaMask".
Method 3. Manually
In MetaMask: Networks → Add network → Add a network manually.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Network name | Base |
| RPC URL | https://mainnet.base.org |
| Chain ID | 8453 |
| Symbol | ETH |
| Block explorer | https://basescan.org |
How to check that your USDC arrived on Base
Open your wallet address on basescan.org → Token Transfers tab. If it is empty but the money has left, check which network the exchange used for the withdrawal.
Next steps: how the casino works on Base, why the balance is in USDC and all X3NA games.
FAQ
What is the Base network?
An Ethereum layer-2 launched by Coinbase. Fees are usually cents or less. More in the glossary.
Do I need ETH for fees?
Transactions on Base pay their fee in ETH on Base. It is usually cents.
Is there USDT on Base?
For X3NA, USDC is the simpler choice. If you hold USDT, swap it inside the app.
Network added, ready to play
Connect your wallet in X3NA.
Where to start: Plinko, its rules and odds. Every round can be checked: how it works.
Sources
- Base — Network information: RPC, chain ID, explorer.
- MetaMask Support: adding networks to MetaMask.
- Chainlist: one-click network setup.
- Basescan: the Base block explorer.