LayerZero V2 is a cross-chain messaging protocol and bridge infrastructure for developers and asset issuers, connecting dozens of blockchains.
TVL $16.7B+8.9%Polygon · Ethereum · ApeChain +76
Ecosystem guide
The Mode ecosystem
The best dApps on Mode by sector: DeFi, games, NFTs and more. 56 projects tracked, 56 reviewed in full.
Full Mode ranking →- dApps
- 56
- Reviewed
- 56
- TVL tracked
- $579K
- Native token
- MODE
Mode is an Ethereum Layer-2 network built on the OP Stack, the same codebase behind Optimism, and it is part of the Optimism Superchain. It is an optimistic rollup: transactions are processed on Mode and the results are posted back to Ethereum, which provides the security backstop. Mode is EVM-compatible, so MetaMask-style wallets and standard Solidity contracts work with it. Its mainnet chain ID is 34443.
Gas on Mode is paid in ETH, and fees are generally lower than on Ethereum mainnet because activity is batched. The native MODE token is the network's ecosystem and governance token, not the gas currency. Funds usually arrive through a bridge, and withdrawals through the official bridge follow a challenge period, so they take longer than a deposit.
Mode has positioned itself around DeFi and, more recently, AI agents. At the time of writing, DeFi TVL on the chain is about $589,916, so the ecosystem is small. Among the protocols we review, Renzo (liquid restaking), Velodrome V2 (a Solidly-style DEX), DeSyn Basis Trading (pool-based yield) and Peapods Finance (yield) list Mode as a supported network. Our site covers 55 dApps for this chain, and the list below shows each one with its category and review score.
Mode ecosystem in numbers
- Tracked
- 56
- Reviewed
- 56
- Total TVL
- $34.1B
- Avg. score
- 6.2/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
LayerZero V2$16.7B
- 2
Morpho Blue$10.9B
- 3
Gate$5.84B
- 4
Bedrock uniBTC$326M
- 5
Renzo$99.9M
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
- 3
Sablier Lockup8.0
- 4
vfat.io7.8
- 5
Reviewed
Top-rated dApps on Mode
Morpho Blue is a permissionless lending primitive with about $11.4 billion in TVL on DefiLlama, accessed mainly through curated vaults.
TVL $10.9B+4.0%Ethereum · Base · Robinhood Chain +41
Sablier Lockup is an audited onchain protocol for token vesting, payroll, grants and airdrops, aimed at DAOs and businesses across many chains.
TVL $1.76M−8.2%Ethereum · Polygon · Arbitrum +25
vfat.io is a non-custodial, multi-chain yield aggregator and portfolio manager built on the Sickle smart contract wallet, for active DeFi farmers.
TVL $31.4M−2.2%Base · Ethereum · Hyperliquid L1 +33
Gate is a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2013 offering spot, futures, stocks and earn products for traders who want one multi-asset account.
TVL $5.84B−4.6%Ethereum · Bitcoin · BNB Chain +129
Hyperlane is a permissionless interoperability protocol and bridge for sending tokens and data across 150+ chains, aimed at builders and bridge users.
TVL $70.1M−3.3%BNB Chain · Ethereum · Base +23
By sector
Best Mode dApps by sector
DeFi on Mode42
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Orderly Bridge7.2
- 5
NFT on Mode1
- 1
OmniHub6.3
Infrastructure on Mode11
- 1
- 2
- 3
Hyperlane7.4
- 4
LlamaPay7.4
- 5
Symbiosis7.2
Tokens
Top tokens on Mode
Mode's native coin is Mode (MODE). The largest tokens with a contract on Mode, by market cap.
| # | Token | Price | 24h | 7d | Market cap | Volume 24h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 |  ChainlinkLINK | $10.81 | −6.3% | −2.8% | $8.29B | $364M |
| 23 |  Ethena USDeUSDE | $0.9987 | −0.1% | +0.0% | $4.52B | $45.9M |
| 42 |  EthenaENA | $0.1634 | −9.7% | −13.6% | $2.21B | $401M |
| 281 |  Frax USDFRXUSD | $1.00 | −0.0% | −0.0% | $95.0M | $11.4M |
| 525 |  Ankr NetworkANKR | $0.003962 | +0.4% | +8.8% | $39.6M | $4.75M |
| 583 |  Frax Staked frxUSDSFRXUSD | $1.22 | +0.0% | +0.1% | $34.8M | $688K |
| 914 |  AutonolasOLAS | $0.0571 | −11.6% | −0.8% | $17.1M | $220K |
| 1145 |  Peapods FinancePEAS | $1.15 | −36.9% | −41.0% | $11.5M | $730K |
| 2044 |  ALEX LabALEX | $0.003240 | −19.8% | −7.2% | $2.96M | $92.3K |
Guides
Mode guides
Blockchain
Radix Engine: A Better Model for Enshrinement, ExplainedRadix argues that moving common DeFi functions like authorization and royalties into the engine itself is a better way to enshrine them than rebuilding them in every smart contract. This guide explains what enshrinement means, how the Radix Engine approaches it, and what trade-offs readers should weigh.
Web3 gaming
DeFi Kingdoms on Harmony: How the GameFi Model WorksDeFi Kingdoms is a pixel-art fantasy RPG that started on the Harmony blockchain and mixes a token exchange, liquidity pools and Hero NFTs into one game. This guide explains how the GameFi model works, what players actually do, and what to check before spending any money.
Web3 gaming
Farmhero Review: What the Earn-and-Burn Model Is and What to CheckFarmhero is listed as a farm-themed play-to-earn project, but public details about its product, chain and token economy could not be confirmed. This guide explains how earn-and-burn models work and gives you a checklist to verify Farmhero's design before you commit time or money.
Web3 gaming
Frutti Dino Review: How Its Play-to-Earn Model Works in 2026Frutti Dino is a Web3 play-to-earn project built around a dinosaur theme, an NFT launch in 2022, and an ERC-20 governance token called FDT. This review explains how its earning model was designed, what public sources show about its recent activity, and how to check its current status before you spend any money.
Web3 gaming
Game Guilds in Web3 Gaming: Is the Model Sustainable in 2026?Game guilds pooled capital to lend in-game assets to players, and their survival depends on whether those players' earnings come from real play or from new buyers joining. This explainer shows how guilds earn, where the model has struggled, and how to judge whether a guild is sustainable.
Web3 gaming
How to Play ARC8 2: Rules, Practice Mode and Risk LimitsARC8 2 is a wagering product, so no strategy guarantees a win. This guide explains what public sources show, how to learn the rules in practice mode, and how to keep spending within a limit you set before you start.
Mode FAQs
What is Mode Network?
Mode is a Layer-2 blockchain built on the OP Stack and part of the Optimism Superchain. It runs on top of Ethereum and aims to offer cheaper, faster transactions while relying on Ethereum for security. Its stated focus is DeFi and, more recently, AI agents.
Is Mode compatible with Ethereum wallets like MetaMask?
Yes. Mode is EVM-compatible, so Ethereum wallets and Solidity-based contracts work on it. You can add it to a wallet manually using chain ID 34443, and the Mode documentation lists the current RPC details.
What do I pay gas fees with on Mode?
Gas on Mode is paid in ETH, not in the MODE token. You need a small amount of ETH on Mode itself before you can make transactions. You can bridge it from Ethereum or another supported network.
What is the MODE token used for?
MODE is the network's native ecosystem and governance token. It is not the gas currency. Check the project's own documentation for its current utility and any staking or governance details before relying on it.
Which dApps are available on Mode?
Among the protocols we track, Renzo, Velodrome V2, DeSyn Basis Trading and Peapods Finance list Mode as a supported chain. They cover liquid restaking, a DEX, basis-trading pools and yield strategies. Our hub page shows the full set of Mode dApps we have reviewed.
How much value is locked in Mode DeFi?
At the time of writing, DeFi TVL on Mode is about $589,916, which is small next to large networks. Small TVL can mean thinner liquidity and less activity, so check pool depth and slippage before trading. The figure changes daily.
How do I get funds onto Mode?
You can use a bridge to move assets from Ethereum or another EVM network. The official Mode bridge is one option and third-party bridges are another. Withdrawals back to Ethereum through the canonical bridge follow the OP Stack challenge period, so they are not instant. Always test with a small amount first.
What is the largest dApp on Mode by TVL?
LayerZero V2 is the largest dApp on Mode by total value locked, with $16.7B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Morpho Blue ($10.9B) and Gate ($5.84B). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Mode has the highest DappsAtlas score?
LayerZero V2 has the highest score at 8.0/10, ahead of Morpho Blue (8.0) and Sablier Lockup (8.0). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Mode?
DappsAtlas tracks 56 dApps on Mode. Of these, 56 have a full review and 50 report value locked, $34.1B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Mode?
DEXes (15), Derivatives (7) and Lending (6) are the largest categories on Mode, by number of projects.
Which dApps on Mode grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, LayerZero V2 had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+8.9%) and DyorSwap AMM the biggest drop (−25.4%). Combined TVL moved +4.5% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on Mode?
The 48 rated dApps on Mode average 6.2 out of 10. Of these, 3 score 8 or higher and 7 score below 5.