In 2024, Confiction Labs laid the foundation for its broader vision of Collaborative Entertainment. The release of FICT ZERO, the genesis asset for the Confiction ecosystem, marked the beginning of this effort. Two successful RIFTSTORM playtests were conducted, with the October playtest reaching the top position on Steam's Trending Free list for three consecutive days. Confiction Labs also introduced XPSR-24, the first collection set in the Occultical universe that includes RIFTSTORM.
Alongside these launches, the Confiction Portal was opened, offering the community broader access to an interactive networked experience within the intellectual property. With a community that shares its vision, Confiction Labs' 2025 Roadmap shows that the team is ready to build upon its momentum through a strategy centered on three primary areas: gaming, artificial intelligence, and web3.
Confiction Labs' 2025 Roadmap for RIFTSTORM
About RIFTSTORM
RIFTSTORM is a co-op looter shooter that blends action RPG mechanics with roguelite gameplay in the mysterious Occultical universe. Players take on the role of Mythic Protocol Weavers, special agents defending the Occultical from mythic threats emerging from other realms. Teams of up to three players tackle mission-based objectives, wielding diverse skills, weapons, and in-mission upgrades. The game features multiple unique Weavers, each with specialized abilities and loadouts, letting players customize primary and secondary weapons to suit their preferred playstyle.
Confiction Labs' 2025 Roadmap for RIFTSTORM
Expanding the Occultical Universe
Personal computing's rise between 1975 and 2000 established video games as a distinct entertainment segment, growing to approximately $40 billion over 25 years. This foundation enabled the industry to pursue mainstream adoption, accelerated further by internet connectivity and mobile technologies to surpass $200 billion.
Gaming now approaches a third growth cycle driven by distributed computing and artificial intelligence. Confiction Labs positions RIFTSTORM as a central title in this emerging phase, building a collaborative global economy around gaming experiences. Developed over three years with Collaborative Entertainment as its core objective, RIFTSTORM will let players shape the Occultical universe using AI-driven tools that enhance creativity and optimize gameplay.
Web3 technology enables players to participate in a digital economy that rewards contributions and collaboration. In 2025, RIFTSTORM's fourth and final playtest launches during Steam Next Fest, targeting 250,000 participants. Data from this event will inform RIFTSTORM's transition into Early Access by year's end, ahead of a full Steam release projected for 2026.
Confiction Labs' 2025 Roadmap for RIFTSTORM
Advancing Collaboration Through AI
Artificial intelligence has become integral to game development. Industry leaders like Tencent and NetEase deploy AI to streamline production, enhance personalization, and improve game performance. An AI x Game Dev Survey conducted by a16z games in 2024 found over 70% of game studios integrating AI into their workflows.
Consumer behavior reflects growing preference for cooperative gaming. A 2023 Statista Consumer Insight report showed more than 70% of U.S. gamers citing time with friends or family as their primary gaming motivation. This trend highlights demand for collaborative rather than competitive experiences, an area where AI can significantly expand possibilities.
Confiction Labs will begin rolling out its Confiction Intelligence Agents (CIAs) in 2025. These AI tools empower participants across gaming, creation, and investment activities. The Meta Director will dynamically manage RIFTSTORM gameplay by adjusting pace and difficulty in real time. This system draws inspiration from Valve's AI director in Left 4 Dead, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging. Additional CIAs are planned for 2025 and 2026 to support immersive play and facilitate community-driven storytelling within the Occultical universe.
Confiction Labs' 2025 Roadmap for RIFTSTORM
Building the Foundation for New Entertainment
Confiction Labs approaches franchise development through community involvement from the start. While established franchises like Pokémon, Star Wars, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe achieved success through centralized development and cross-media expansion, RIFTSTORM invites its community to shape its evolution directly.
Initial community response has been strong. All 333 assets in the FICT ZERO release were minted successfully, with only two reselling at the highest price of 3.6 ETH. The XPSR-24 collection raised over 190 ETH, demonstrating active support for the Occultical universe's ongoing development. This engagement level will be critical to RIFTSTORM's growth as it moves into Early Access later this year.
With AI, blockchain, and web3 as core pillars, Confiction Labs aims to lead in Collaborative Entertainment. By empowering players to actively contribute to the worlds they inhabit, the company is building a platform where creativity, ownership, and community are central to the entertainment experience.
