Pi Network Simplifies Launchpad as SLICE Token Test Runs Until June 28

Pi Network has unveiled a major update to its Launchpad platform. They are introducing a simplified participation model alongside the rollout of a second Testnet token called SLICE. The latest changes are designed to make decentralized finance (DeFi) concepts easier to understand for everyday users. While helping the network gather valuable feedback ahead of future Mainnet launches. The announcement comes as the community prepares for Pi2Day on June 28. It’s a key milestone that often serves as a platform for ecosystem updates and product announcements.

Why Pi Network Updated Its Launchpad

According to the Pi Core Team, the latest Pi Network Launchpad updates were developed. After analyzing user behavior during the first Testnet token experiment, IRRA, which launched on Pi Day 2026. That initial test attracted more than 478,000 participants, who collectively staked over 36 million Test-Pi and committed nearly 15 million Test-Pi toward token acquisition.

While participation was strong, the data revealed several usability challenges. Many users found it difficult to understand the relationship between staking and committing. Others abandoned the process before completing their participation.

A Simpler Participation Process for Users

To address those concerns, Pi Network releases an improved Launchpad and New SLICE Test Token with a redesigned experience focused primarily on commitment amounts. Instead of navigating separate staking and commitment steps, users now select how much Test-Pi they want to commit. The system automatically calculates the associated “fair-access hold,” displaying all required amounts on a single confirmation screen.

The Pi Core Team said the goal is to make participation clearer while preserving fair token distribution. The fair-access hold mechanism is intended to discourage large participants from dominating allocations. While giving smaller users a more balanced opportunity to participate.

What Makes the SLICE Test Token Different

Unlike IRRA, the new SLICE token is connected to a functioning application called Slice of Pi rather than a demonstration project. This allows developers to collect real engagement data and better understand how users interact with ecosystem applications tied to token launches.

Importantly, the team emphasized that SLICE remains a Testnet-only asset. It will never migrate to Mainnet, carry market value, or become a tradable investment token. Instead, it serves as an educational tool for testing Launchpad mechanics and refining future token launch models.

Ecosystem Growth Continues Beyond Launchpad

The latest developments arrive as Pi Network continues expanding its ecosystem through infrastructure upgrades, decentralized finance initiatives, and growing developer activity. Separately, CiDi Games recently received Mainnet verification status, marking another milestone for ecosystem growth. The addition of more verified applications is viewed by many community members as an important step toward increasing real-world utility within the Pi ecosystem.

Market Performance and Future Outlook

At the time of writing, Pi Network price 2026 data showed PI trading near $0.1304, down approximately 3.7% over the past 24 hours. 

Pi Network Price Chart (USD) June 18, 2026. Source: CoinGecko

While short-term price pressure remains influenced by broader market conditions and ongoing token unlocks. Supporters believe ecosystem improvements such as the latest Pi Network Launchpad updates could help strengthen long-term utility and adoption. With the SLICE test running until June 28, Pi Network will continue collecting community feedback. As it prepares the foundation for future Mainnet token launches and broader DeFi participation.