This podcast episode delves into the world of Citizen Conflict and blockchain gaming. Ross, the founder of QORPO Games Studio, shares his insights on building the company and their passion for RPG and shooter genre games. The episode covers various topics including the decision to focus on the hero shooter genre, the timeline and plans for the development of Syndicate Wars, the target market strategy, the challenges faced by NFT games, and the response to hiring talent for NFT games. It also discusses the slogan of Citizen Conflict, the concept of accounts as NFTs, the intersection of gaming and the Web3 space, and how to onboard Web 2 gamers to Web 3 games. The podcast explores the impact of blockchain on gaming ownership, the introduction of the $CCash crypto token, and the QORPO gaming ecosystem. Lastly, it emphasizes the importance of team culture in Web3 gaming. Overall, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of the fascinating world of Citizen Conflict and its integration of blockchain technology in the gaming industry.
Takeaways
• Ross, the founder of QORPO Games Studio, has a finance background but has always been a dedicated gamer.
• QORPO Games Studio aims to create a competitive game that can be considered a potential esport game.
• The decision to focus on the hero shooter genre was influenced by its popularity among gamers, market research, and the potential for a large audience.
• The upcoming Syndicate Wars game will introduce Conquest Mode and a cyberpunk-inspired city called Ether Island.
• QORPO Games Studio initially aims to target web3 gamers and then expand to web2 gamers, including partnerships with e-sport teams and organizing tournaments.
• Engaging gameplay and top-level talent recruitment are crucial for NFT games to overcome skepticism and achieve high-quality results.
• The slogan of Citizen Conflict, "the real you is not enough," represents the shift to the digital realm and the competitiveness in online gaming.
• NFTs in gaming can go beyond in-game items and include accounts and virtual assets within the game.
• The focus in Web3 gaming should be on game mechanics and providing an engaging gaming experience rather than pushing users towards NFTs and crypto.
• Battle passes and cosmetics in the Web2 space can be revenue models for Web3 games, along with NFT trading.
• The seamless onboarding strategy for Web2 gamers in Citizen Conflict includes various payment options and future availability on the Epic Store.
• Blockchain offers a financial layer and can bring about more adoption and user onboarding in the gaming industry.
• The $CCash crypto token provides benefits and advantages for web2 gamers, investors, and the game studio.
• QORPO Games Studio is focused on developing their modular gaming framework and has exciting developments in their ecosystem.
• The team culture at QORPO Games Studio emphasizes fun, open communication, and transparency, fostering a vibrant and collaborative Web3 gaming community.