Cornucopias
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Episode 118 - Guns N' Ammo

In episode 118 of COPI Café, Rob and Josh delve into the exciting developments in Cornucopias, a groundbreaking open-world MMO set in a futuristic sky realm featuring customizable avatars and vibrant floating islands.


They discuss key game mechanics, including in-progress combat systems with diverse weapon types and AI-powered NPCs designed for dynamic interactions and quests.


The team emphasizes their commitment to using advanced technologies, such as Unreal Engine 5.5 and decentralized infrastructure, to produce a game that meets AAA standards while also integrating cryptocurrency for transactions.


As they prepare for the alpha launch at the end of the year, they highlight the importance of player ownership and community engagement. The hosts also touch on environmental intricacies, including wildlife dynamics and weather effects on gameplay, while showcasing their strategic marketing efforts to attract a broader audience and enhance overall game quality.


  • [00:00:00] Introduction to core mechanics: customizable avatars, vibrant settlements, crafting, and combat. Early look at gun types and flying capabilities, with damage effects yet to be implemented.

  • [00:05:00] Development of weapon balance systems and AI-powered NPCs. Futuristic weapons like lasers teased. Shooting range experience as initial focus. AI research for adaptable NPCs that can give quests.

  • [00:10:00] Advanced AI NPC development with dynamic conversations, voice recognition, and unique personalities. Emotional reactions based on context. Potential to offer these innovations to other games.

  • [00:15:00] Integration of AI and personalized avatars. Players may train their own NPCs. Discussion of meme coins vs utility assets in crypto. Plans for COPI to integrate with credit card transactions for mainstream adoption.

  • [00:20:00] AAA in-house development with 50+ professionals. Unreal Engine 5.5.1 and decentralized nodes. Crypto utility emphasized, with optimism about regulatory clarity and mainstream adoption of crypto transactions.

  • [00:25:00] Growth and marketing strategies: video production team, influencer partnerships, possible Fortune 500 collab. Listings on six centralized exchanges. New tech: motion capture suit and AI for gameplay/animations.

  • [00:30:00] Cinematic project realism with natural avatar gestures. Leak: new game launcher with decentralized file node integration for live/staging builds. Zone-specific wildlife confirmed to enhance realism.

  • [00:35:00] Wildlife and environmental diversity: deer, bears, foxes in Solace and Esperanza. Water mechanics (swimming, diving, vehicles). Community engagement emphasized via Discord and wiki.

  • [00:40:00] Gameplay dynamics influenced by stamina, weight management, and environment. Dome conditions (temperature, precipitation) impact strategies. Closing reminder for viewers to like & subscribe.