Exploring the Base ecosystem — what am I missing?

I’ve been spending more time on Base recently, trying out different apps, making small transactions, and getting a better feel for the ecosystem.

What I really like is that Base seems to be much more than just DeFi. There’s a lot happening across trading, lending, NFTs/creators, onchain social, and AI.

So far, I’ve been checking out things like Aerodrome, Uniswap, Morpho, Zora, and Farcaster.

For those who have been using Base for a while:

What projects or apps do you think every newcomer should try?

I’m not just looking for the most popular protocols. I’d especially love to hear about projects you actually use or experiences that helped you understand what makes Base interesting.

Underrated gems are welcome too 👀

Let’s build a solid list for anyone exploring Base for the first time.