Timeline
From an Idea
Throughout the year, significant progress was achieved in the development and implementation of this visionary project. Notably, VWR embarked on a journey of bootstrapping the project, demonstrating their commitment through self-funding efforts. This initiative marked the commencement of the project's conceptualization and infrastructure, bringing all stakeholders into alignment. Additionally, there was a deliberate effort to broaden collaboration with prospective partners in the casino, retail, and entertainment fields (CRE), alongside the introduction of incentives for influencers to amplify outreach efforts. As the year concluded, the project reached a pivotal moment with the live demonstration of Empyrean Casinos' environment to carefully selected partners, showcasing the tangible progress made throughout the year.
Foundation
Excitement surged with the thrilling announcement of our first CRE partners, marking the dawn of collaborative ventures in the dynamic realms of casino, retail, and entertainment. In tandem, a meticulously crafted marketing blitz was unveiled at prestigious trade exhibitions, igniting fervor around the project. As we surged into the final stretch of primary development, exclusive alpha access was granted to select users, while proactive direct marketing campaigns for pre-signups took flight. Stakeholders convened to appraise the outcomes of our initial live quarter, analyzing achievements and areas needing enhancement. Furthermore, strategic dialogues on potential additional investments were initiated, affirming our unwavering commitment to propel the project's continual evolution and triumph.
Our team expands!
In our relentless pursuit of knowledge in the metaverse, we bolstered our ranks, welcoming aboard a diverse array of talents, including artists, coders, architects, and Unreal Engine 5 experts. Drawing upon our extensive experience with a multitude of game engines across diverse platforms and projects, we were steadfast in our resolve to utilize only the most exceptional. Acknowledging the unparalleled capabilities of Epic Games' Unreal Engine 5, our goal was clear: to ensure that our creations would mesmerize and enthrall, all while preserving the intricate gameplay and expansive possibilities synonymous with top-tier MMORPGs.
We learned
With any project comes obstacles and roadblocks, but it is that very challenge that drives success. We crafted and lovingly built our environment with dedicated care, thinking of the world we would want to enjoy virtually. As we ran into walls, we buckled down and busted through them as a team.
Conceptualization
Entering this arena armed with expertise in second life gaming, augmented reality, and an intimate comprehension of contemporary gamers' motivations, our proximity to South Lake Tahoe and Reno provided a gambler's perspective, unveiling boundless possibilities in gaming. Rallying a band of allies and assembling a team of skilled coders, we embarked on a mission to craft a virtual gaming universe that seamlessly integrates the progression-style achievements cherished by gamers, the thrill of virtual property ownership, and the exhilaration of online gambling. Let's dive in and redefine the gaming landscape together!
Improvements and Refinements
We dedicated ourselves to refining our core systems within a single slice environment, striving for unprecedented excellence. Our objective was to develop a showcase demo spotlighting live streaming events and entertainment, characterized by intricately detailed environments and custom-designed characters, all powered by Unreal Engine 5.0. With a robust foundation in place, our team shifted focus towards integrating new features and systems, ensuring seamless adaptation and future-proofing for upcoming iterations such as 5.2, 5.3, and beyond.
Pitch Ready
As we come into 2024, the team is all hands on deck, making final tweaks and preparations for the game, the web, social media and marketing. We’ve crafted a demo to express the main idea and lay a foundation for continuous iterations as we refine ideas, systems and experiences.
Future Goals
Moving forward with 5.2 and leveraging new technology too enhance the user experience, our team has delved deeper into refining character customization, enhancing interactions, upgrading lighting and rendering quality, while also focusing on optimization and overall performance. It is worth mentioning that we are actively targeting platforms including IOS, Mac, Linux, and Virtual Reality systems in the near future. For the year 2024, we are excited to announce that we've crafted a demo, with plans to extend compatibility for Windows OS, showcasing our commitment to delivering an exceptional experience across diverse platforms.
