Cafe Rise 148

In this episode Rob and Josh are joined by David to break down what’s happening now and what’s coming next as the team prepares for a more mainstream experience. From game direction and world-building to apartments, rifts, and progression, they dive into the systems shaping how players will live, travel, and grow in the world. They also explore Esperanza, world travel, AI companions, and wrap up with community questions. 00:00 Beverage Choices 03:50 Preparing for Mainstream 11:55 Game Director David 19:05 Apartments 23:28 Rifts 28:42 Progression Systems 39:58 Esperanza 41:32 World Travel 44: