Real examples of builders using dev.fun to catch narratives, link apps to coins, and go viral fast.
Vibecoding with $RICK — 1.4M MC in 24h
What Happened
- Catch the narrative → Rick Rubin memes were trending on CT
- Build fast → @crabbylions created a Rick-inspired app on dev.fun in 13 prompts
- Ship with a coin → Launched $RICK on @pumpdotfun and linked it to the app
- Go viral → Posted on X, hit 500K+ impressions in 24h
- Ignite community → Started a $RICK app challenge; other builders joined, doubling hype
Results
- $1.4M market cap in under 24h
- $5M+ trading volume in one day
Z△L△.△I — “Fake Influencer” AI
What Happened
- Built to parody influencer culture
- 100% artificial persona — played into the mystery + AI angle
- The concept hooked CT instantly
Results
- All-time high: $6M market cap
- Strong viral traction on launch
PowelPanic — Fed Simulator Game
What Happened
- Satirical game about the Fed’s money printer
- Built and launched fast on dev.fun
- Memes + trader humor drove engagement
Results
- All-time high: $450K market cap
- 1,000 unique plays in the first 24h
💡 The Pattern is Clear
- Spot a hot narrative
- Build fast on dev.fun
- Link it to a coin
- Ship loud on socials
- Engage the community
⚡ dev.fun = Fastest way to go from prompt → app → coin → hype … all in a single day