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Episode 107 - The Game Economist

In Episode 107 of COPICafe the hosts Rob and Josh discuss the upcoming sale in Cornucopias.


The sale includes new assets, some of which are rare and others free, like the Quantum Jack Helmet.


The speakers discuss the game's features, such as jetpacks, nodes, and marketing strategies.


They welcome a guest, Philip Black, who has contributed to their tokenomics and in-game economy.


The conversation also includes answering viewer questions and discussing the game's infrastructure and player experiences.


  • [00:00:00] Rob and Josh discuss the upcoming sale with over 17 new assets of variable and fixed rarities, including a free Quantum Jack helmet with animations. Items will be usable after the next release.

  • [00:05:00] Discussion of jetpacks enabling efficient exploration and land discovery. Updates on nodes reducing download times, with full rollout expected by year-end. Daily rewards for node operators entering final testing.

  • [00:10:00] Shift in marketing strategy: moving from owned media to larger community partnerships and influencer programs. Mention of a new partnership and plans for asset buybacks using $COPI. Timing of external marketing aligned with readiness of product and seasonal content.

  • [00:15:00] Discussion of *Off the Grid,* a web3 game on major platforms. Marketing via influencers like Ninja and TimtheTatman. Emphasis on changing mainstream perception of web3 gaming and leveraging big-name creators.

  • [00:20:00] Emerging trend of AAA-quality web3 games with player-owned assets predicted to disrupt web2 gaming. Introduction of guest Philip Black, a game economist with experience at Valve, Scopely, and other studios, who shares his background in economics and game economies.

  • [00:25:00] Philip shares insights from working on 30-40 game economies. Emphasizes applying economic principles to enhance gameplay, balance progression, and manage in-game economies. Discusses importance of economic levers and design space for tokens.

  • [00:30:00] Philip explains balanced economies, using flowcharts to map inputs, outputs, and currencies. Discusses tokenomics in web3, differences between closed and open economies, and risks of poorly designed tokens. Warns against building economies designed to implode.

  • [00:35:00] Philip highlights tokens as claims on future goods/services and governance rights. Shares lessons from working with Amazon Game Studios and emphasizes IP vision and distribution. Expresses excitement about Cornucopias’ unique style, vehicles, and MMO potential.

  • [00:40:00] Hosts and Philip discuss anticipated features: farming, mining, fishing, and community-built domes. Large-scale raiding and PVP spaces expected to drive engagement. Enthusiasm remains high despite development challenges.

  • [00:50:00] Viewer Q&A session with community questions addressed live.

  • [01:00:00] Light discussion on the cultural significance of Halloween. Teasers of upcoming jetpacks and expansive exploration features. Episode concludes with a preview of future content and a sign-off for the week.