Everything That Can Happen

Planned Features

Roadmap and planned features for future development.

Everything That Can Happen - Features Overview

“Everything That Can Happen” is a collaborative storytelling platform where you can create and explore unique interactive adventures. Design your own scenarios or dive into stories crafted by other players. Every choice you make becomes part of a shared narrative tapestry - see which paths are most popular, discover hidden story branches created by the community, and share your favorite moments by linking directly to specific story nodes. Whether you’re crafting a new chapter or exploring existing tales, you’re contributing to an ever-expanding universe of player-driven stories, where each decision helps shape the collective narrative experience.

✅ Implemented Features

Core Storytelling Platform

Dynamic Story Generation

  • ✅ AI-powered narrative generation using OpenAI GPT-3.5-turbo
  • ✅ Infinite branching storylines based on user choices
  • ✅ Context-aware story progression with memory of previous choices
  • ✅ Multiple starting scenarios and story templates
  • ✅ Real-time story node generation and caching

Multi-Layer Visual Storytelling

  • ✅ AI-generated images for each story node using DALL-E 3
  • ✅ Multi-layer image system (background, middle, foreground)
  • ✅ Optional layer configuration for cost optimization
  • ✅ Hierarchical image storage with UUID-based organization
  • ✅ On-demand image resizing and format conversion
  • ✅ CDN delivery with global edge caching

Community Story Creation

  • ✅ Player-generated custom story branches
  • ✅ Community-shared story nodes and paths
  • ✅ Custom action input for player creativity
  • ✅ Story node sharing via direct URLs
  • ✅ Collaborative narrative building

User Authentication & Authorization

  • ✅ Role-based access control (Guest, Player, Storyteller, Moderator, Admin)
  • ✅ Email verification and password reset
  • ✅ JWT-based authentication with secure sessions
  • ✅ Permission-based feature access
  • ✅ User account management

Story Management System

  • ✅ Story creation and editing tools
  • ✅ Story metadata and configuration
  • ✅ Interactive Fiction IDentifier (IFID) support
  • ✅ Story publishing and visibility controls
  • ✅ Version control and update tracking

Analytics & Monitoring

  • ✅ Story node view tracking
  • ✅ Choice popularity analytics
  • ✅ User engagement metrics
  • ✅ System performance monitoring
  • ✅ Comprehensive logging and audit trails

Technical Infrastructure

  • ✅ Astro frontend with React islands for interactivity
  • ✅ NestJS backend with modular architecture
  • ✅ MongoDB Atlas cloud database with file-based fallback
  • ✅ Cloudflare Pages hosting with global CDN
  • ✅ Railway backend deployment
  • ✅ Cloudflare R2 object storage for images

🚧 In Development

Enhanced User Experience

Advanced Story Navigation

  • 🚧 Breadcrumb navigation for complex story trees
  • 🚧 Story history and bookmark system
  • 🚧 Search and discovery features
  • 🚧 Recommended story paths

Improved Analytics Dashboard

  • 🚧 Real-time analytics visualization
  • 🚧 Story performance metrics
  • 🚧 User engagement insights
  • 🚧 Content moderation tools

Advanced Story Creation Tools

Override Story Parameters

  • 🚧 Node-level AI parameter override system
  • 🚧 Dynamic story evolution capabilities
  • 🚧 Parameter inheritance through story trees
  • 🚧 Individual control over AI generation settings

⏳ Planned Features

Comprehensive Scenario Creation Tools

Advanced Character System

  • Design characters with unique traits, backgrounds, and relationships
  • Character development arcs and progression tracking
  • Relationship dynamics and interaction systems
  • Character-specific dialogue and story branches

Item and Equipment System

  • Create items and equipment with special properties and effects
  • Item rarity levels and special abilities
  • Story significance and usage conditions
  • Inventory management and item interactions

World-Building Tools

  • Map out story arcs with key plot points and branching paths
  • Set up world-building rules and constraints
  • Define custom game mechanics with persistent memory
  • Import/Export from common data formats (Twine/Ink)
  • AI assisted story graph creation using AI to generate Ink code that is automagically parsed and converted to our internal system in real time

Modular Game Mechanics System

Gameplay Modules (Enable/disable different systems):

  • Inventory system for collecting and managing items
  • Character stats (strength, intelligence, charisma, etc.)
  • RPG-style dice rolls for critical moments
  • Skill checks and character abilities
  • Combat system with turn-based mechanics
  • Relationship tracking between characters
  • Resource management (health, stamina, currency)

Module Customization

  • Mix and match modules to create unique gameplay experiences
  • Customize module parameters to fit specific scenarios
  • Create different types of interactive experiences:
    • Pure narrative stories without game mechanics
    • Light RPG elements with simple stat checks
    • Complex RPG scenarios with full character progression
    • Resource management focused stories
    • Social simulation scenarios
    • Combat-heavy adventures
    • Mystery stories with skill checks
    • Survival scenarios with inventory management

Storyteller Personalities

AI Personality System

  • Multiple AI storyteller personalities with distinct narrative styles
  • Pre-built storytellers with unique characteristics:
    • The Unbound (Default) - Flexible, adaptive storytelling
    • The Chronicler - Historical, detailed narrative style
    • The Poet - Lyrical, atmospheric storytelling
    • The Jester - Humorous, lighthearted approach
    • The Cyberpunk - Futuristic, tech-focused narratives
    • The Wizard - Fantasy-focused, magical storytelling
  • Custom storyteller creation tools
  • Storyteller selection at game start
  • Style preview and personality indicators

Advanced Social Features

Real-Time Notification System

  • Queue-based notification management with priority levels
  • Modern Popover API integration with CSS Anchor Positioning for top-right notification display
  • Red counter badge indicating unread notification count
  • Web Push Notifications API integration for browser/mobile alerts
  • Comprehensive notification inbox on user profile page with:
    • Read/unread status management
    • Message categorization (story updates, comments, mentions, system alerts)
    • Bulk actions (mark all read, delete, archive)
    • Notification preferences and settings
    • Search and filter capabilities
  • Foundation for future user-to-user messaging system
  • Real-time notification delivery using WebSocket connections
  • Notification types include:
    • Story node comments and replies
    • New followers and friend requests
    • Story updates from followed creators
    • Achievement unlocks and milestones
    • Community events and announcements
    • Moderator actions and system alerts

Token Economy System Paid tiers get x amount of tokens each month. Need to be balanced with the actual cost of the image and story generation.

Token Credit System Allow story authors to “seed” a story with tokens that other register players can use to create nodes with gen AI without having to use their own tokens.

Community Interaction

  • Follow other creators and players
  • Comment system for story nodes
  • Rate and review scenarios and story paths
  • User profiles with achievements and statistics
  • Friend system and social connections

Content Sharing & Discovery

  • Create collections of favorite story moments
  • Build and share recommended story paths
  • Story node bookmarking and organization
  • Community-curated story collections
  • Trending stories and popular paths
  • Story collections and playlists
  • Trending stories and featured content
  • Social sharing integration (Twitter, Facebook, Discord)
  • Story challenges and writing prompts
  • Community contests and leaderboards

Cross-Scenario Integration

  • Link story nodes across different scenarios
  • Create crossover events between stories
  • Build interconnected story universes
  • Hidden connections and easter eggs
  • Collaborative world-building across creators

Progression & Achievement System

Player Progression

  • Track discovered story nodes and paths
  • Unlock new scenarios by exploring existing ones
  • Achievement system for story completion milestones
  • Experience points and player levels
  • Unlock cosmetic rewards and profile customization

Interactive Reward System

  • Hidden Achievement Unlocks: Story authors can embed secret achievements at specific story nodes
  • Cosmetic Item Collection: Unlock profile backgrounds, avatars, badges, and visual customizations
  • Special One-Time Use Items: Powerful rewards with unique abilities:
    • Magic Lamp: Grants a “wish” - allows players to request a feature from administrators
    • Golden Quill: Unlock advanced story creation tools temporarily
    • Time Crystal: Ability to “undo” a story choice and explore alternative paths
    • Spotlight Badge: Feature your story on the homepage for 24 hours
    • Community Voice: Special voting weight in community decisions
  • Conditional Unlock System:
    • Node-specific rewards triggered by reaching certain story points
    • Path-dependent achievements based on choice combinations
    • Hidden condition achievements (find secret passages, complete stories with specific traits)
    • Community achievements unlocked through collaborative storytelling
    • Time-sensitive seasonal rewards and events
  • Author-Controlled Rewards: Story creators can:
    • Design custom achievements and rewards for their stories
    • Set complex unlock conditions and requirements
    • Create story-specific cosmetic items and themes
    • Define rare or legendary rewards for dedicated players
    • Hide achievements that only unlock under specific narrative circumstances

Creator Progression

  • Story creation achievements and milestones
  • Creator reputation and rating system
  • Featured creator spotlights
  • Creator tools and advanced features unlock
  • Monetization options for popular creators

Advanced Visual Features

Multi-Layered Parallax Interface

  • CSS scroll-driven animations for smooth parallax effects
  • View Transitions API for seamless navigation
  • 2.5D cinematic story experience
  • Interactive layer manipulation
  • Responsive parallax design for all devices

Enhanced Image Generation

  • Style consistency across story scenarios
  • Character appearance continuity
  • Environmental detail preservation
  • Custom art style templates
  • Image variation and alternative generation

Technical Enhancements

Modern Web APIs Integration

  • Popover API with CSS Anchor Positioning for advanced UI components
  • Web Push Notifications API for real-time user engagement
  • WebSocket connections for live notification delivery
  • Service Worker integration for offline notification management

AI & Voice Features

  • Text to Speech for accessibility and immersion
  • Speech to Text for voice-based story interaction
  • OOC (Out of character) Chat with the AI (The Storyteller) where you can ask it to develop the story in a certain direction, change options etc.

Performance Optimization

  • Advanced caching strategies
  • Image optimization and compression
  • Lazy loading and progressive enhancement
  • Mobile performance optimization
  • Offline capability for story reading

Developer Tools

  • Story creation API and SDK
  • Third-party integration support
  • Custom plugin system
  • Advanced analytics API
  • Content moderation API

Scalability Features

  • Auto-scaling infrastructure
  • Global content distribution
  • Multi-region deployment
  • Load balancing and failover
  • Database sharding and optimization

Content Moderation & Safety

Automated Content Filtering

  • AI-powered content moderation
  • Inappropriate content detection
  • Community guidelines enforcement
  • Automated flagging and review
  • Content rating and classification

Community Moderation Tools

  • User reporting system
  • Moderator dashboard and tools
  • Content review workflows
  • Appeal and dispute resolution
  • Community guidelines management

Mobile & Platform Expansion

Mobile Applications

  • Native iOS and Android apps
  • Offline story reading capability
  • Full notification system integration with native mobile push notifications
  • Mobile-optimized story creation tools
  • Cross-platform notification synchronization and management

Platform Integration

  • Social media sharing integration
  • Streaming platform integration
  • Discord bot for community features
  • API for third-party applications
  • Webhook system for external integrations

Future Considerations

Advanced AI Integration

  • GPT-4 and future model integration
  • Custom fine-tuned models for specific story types
  • AI-assisted story editing and improvement
  • Automated story quality assessment
  • Personalized story recommendations

Monetization & Business Model

  • Premium subscription tiers
  • Creator monetization options
  • Sponsored content and partnerships
  • Virtual goods and cosmetics
  • Educational licensing for schools

Internationalization

  • Multi-language support
  • Localized content and stories
  • Cultural adaptation tools
  • Translation assistance
  • Regional content moderation

Accessibility & Inclusion

  • Screen reader optimization
  • Voice navigation support
  • High contrast and accessibility themes
  • Keyboard navigation enhancement
  • Inclusive content guidelines

Implementation Roadmap

Phase 1: Core Platform Enhancement (Q1 2025)

  • Complete advanced analytics dashboard
  • Implement breadcrumb navigation
  • Add story search and discovery
  • Enhance user profile system

Phase 2: Modular Game Mechanics (Q2 2025)

  • Implement basic inventory system
  • Add character stats and progression
  • Create dice roll and skill check systems
  • Develop combat mechanics framework

Phase 3: Social & Community Features (Q3 2025)

  • Build comprehensive social features
  • Implement storyteller personality system
  • Add cross-scenario integration
  • Create achievement and progression system

Phase 4: Advanced Features & Polish (Q4 2025)

  • Develop mobile applications
  • Implement parallax visual interface
  • Add content moderation tools
  • Launch creator monetization program

This roadmap provides a clear path forward while maintaining the flexibility to adapt based on user feedback and technological developments.

🎯 Node-Based Story Editor Implementation Plan

Overview

A comprehensive visual story editing interface using React Flow that allows storytellers to create, edit, and visualize complex branching narratives through an intuitive node-based graph interface. This feature will transform story creation from a linear text-based process into a visual, interactive experience that makes complex story structures accessible to all users.

Architecture Integration

The Node-Based Story Editor will integrate seamlessly with the existing story management system:

  • Frontend: React Flow component within the Astro frontend as a React island
  • Backend: Extends existing Story and StoryNode services with graph operations
  • Database: Utilizes existing MongoDB schema with additional positioning metadata
  • Authentication: Leverages existing RBAC system (Storyteller+ permissions required)

Core Features

Visual Story Tree Management

  • Interactive graph view of story node relationships
  • Drag-and-drop node positioning and organization
  • Real-time visualization of story branching patterns
  • Zoom and pan capabilities for large story trees
  • Minimap for navigation in complex stories

Advanced Node Editing

  • Inline node editing with rich text support
  • Visual connection management between story nodes
  • Node type indicators (start, choice, ending, generated)
  • Preview mode for testing story flow
  • Bulk operations for multiple nodes

Collaborative Features

  • Multi-user editing with real-time synchronization
  • Version control for story structure changes
  • Comment system on individual nodes
  • Change tracking and review workflows

📋 4-Phase Implementation Plan

Phase 1: Foundation & Basic Graph Visualization (2-3 weeks)

Objectives:

  • Set up React Flow integration with existing Astro/React architecture
  • Create basic story graph visualization
  • Implement core navigation and viewing capabilities

Technical Implementation:

Frontend Tasks:

  1. React Flow Setup

    • Install and configure React Flow (@xyflow/react)
    • Create new StoryGraphEditor React component in frontend-astro/src/components/react/stories/
    • Configure React Flow providers and theme integration
    • Set up TypeScript types for custom node/edge definitions

  2. Basic Graph Visualization

    • Implement StoryNodeComponent for React Flow nodes
    • Create edge components for story connections
    • Build graph layout algorithm using existing parent-child relationships
    • Add zoom, pan, and fit-to-view controls

  3. Data Integration

    • Create useStoryGraph hook to fetch and format story data for React Flow
    • Implement graph data transformation utilities
    • Connect to existing story API endpoints
    • Handle loading states and error boundaries

Backend Tasks:

  1. Graph Data API

    • Extend existing /stories/:id endpoint with graph data format
    • Add node positioning metadata to StoryNode schema
    • Implement graph traversal utilities in StoryService
    • Create graph validation functions

  2. Performance Optimization

    • Add pagination for large story trees
    • Implement lazy loading for node content
    • Create efficient graph querying methods
    • Add caching for frequently accessed story graphs

Testing & Quality Assurance:

  • Write comprehensive tests for graph data transformation
  • Test React Flow performance with varying story sizes
  • Validate accessibility features for keyboard navigation
  • Test responsive behavior on different screen sizes

Success Criteria:

  • Story graphs render correctly with proper node relationships
  • Navigation works smoothly for stories up to 100 nodes
  • All existing story functionality remains intact
  • Component loads within 2 seconds for typical stories

Phase 2: Node Editing & Content Management (3-4 weeks)

Objectives:

  • Enable inline editing of story nodes through the graph interface
  • Implement node creation, deletion, and connection management
  • Add real-time updates and conflict resolution

Technical Implementation:

Advanced Node Features:

  1. Inline Node Editing

    • Create expandable node edit panels with form integration
    • Implement rich text editor for story content
    • Add image preview and management within nodes
    • Build validation feedback system

  2. Node Operations

    • Implement node creation through UI interactions
    • Add context menus for node operations (edit, delete, duplicate)
    • Create connection creation/deletion workflows
    • Build undo/redo functionality for graph changes

  3. Real-time Synchronization

    • Implement WebSocket integration for live updates
    • Add conflict resolution for simultaneous editing
    • Create user presence indicators
    • Build collaborative editing notifications

Backend Enhancements:

  1. Graph Mutation APIs

    • Create /stories/:id/nodes CRUD endpoints optimized for graph operations
    • Implement batch operations for multiple node changes
    • Add graph validation and integrity checking
    • Build atomic transaction support for complex operations

  2. Real-time Infrastructure

    • Extend existing WebSocket gateway for graph events
    • Implement event broadcasting for collaborative features
    • Add user session management for graph editing
    • Create conflict resolution algorithms

Data Management:

  1. Enhanced Schema

    • Add node positioning coordinates to database schema
    • Implement graph metadata storage (zoom level, view state)
    • Create change tracking for version control
    • Add user-specific view preferences

  2. Performance & Scalability

    • Implement efficient bulk update operations
    • Add graph diffing algorithms for minimal updates
    • Create indexing for fast graph traversal
    • Build caching strategies for edit sessions

Success Criteria:

  • Users can edit any story node directly through the graph interface
  • All changes sync in real-time with proper conflict resolution
  • Graph operations complete in under 500ms for typical scenarios
  • Data integrity maintained during concurrent editing sessions

Phase 3: Advanced Features & Story Structure Tools (3-4 weeks)

Objectives:

  • Add sophisticated story structure analysis and visualization
  • Implement advanced editing features like templates and bulk operations
  • Create story validation and quality assurance tools

Technical Implementation:

Story Structure Analysis:

  1. Advanced Visualizations

    • Implement story path analysis with metrics overlay
    • Create story complexity indicators (depth, branching factor)
    • Add popular path highlighting based on user analytics
    • Build story health indicators (orphaned nodes, dead ends)

  2. Story Templates & Patterns

    • Create story template system with pre-built structures
    • Implement pattern recognition for common story archetypes
    • Add template application to existing stories
    • Build template sharing between users

  3. Bulk Operations & Automation

    • Implement multi-node selection and bulk editing
    • Create automated story structure suggestions
    • Add batch image generation for multiple nodes
    • Build story import/export functionality for common formats

Enhanced User Experience:

  1. Professional Editing Interface

    • Add professional layout algorithms (hierarchical, force-directed)
    • Implement story outline view with collapsible sections
    • Create customizable node appearance and themes
    • Build advanced search and filtering for large stories

  2. Quality Assurance Tools

    • Implement story flow validation (unreachable nodes, loops)
    • Create story metrics dashboard (engagement, completion rates)
    • Add automated testing for story paths
    • Build story optimization recommendations

Advanced Backend Features:

  1. Story Analytics Integration

    • Extend analytics system for graph-based insights
    • Implement story performance tracking per node
    • Create recommendation algorithms for story improvement
    • Build comparative analysis between story versions

  2. Enhanced AI Integration

    • Implement AI-assisted story structure suggestions
    • Add automated node generation based on story context
    • Create intelligent connection recommendations
    • Build story continuation suggestions

Success Criteria:

  • Users can efficiently manage stories with 500+ nodes
  • Story structure analysis provides actionable insights
  • Template system reduces story creation time by 50%
  • Advanced features integrate seamlessly with existing AI systems

Phase 4: Polish, Performance & Advanced Collaboration (2-3 weeks)

Objectives:

  • Optimize performance for production deployment
  • Add advanced collaboration and sharing features
  • Implement comprehensive testing and monitoring
  • Prepare for public release

Technical Implementation:

Performance & Optimization:

  1. Advanced Performance Tuning

    • Implement virtual rendering for large graphs (1000+ nodes)
    • Add progressive loading and background prefetching
    • Optimize bundle size with code splitting
    • Create performance monitoring and alerting

  2. Production Readiness

    • Implement comprehensive error handling and recovery
    • Add detailed logging and analytics tracking
    • Create performance benchmarks and monitoring
    • Build automated testing for critical user workflows

Advanced Collaboration:

  1. Team Features

    • Implement story sharing with permission levels
    • Create collaborative review and approval workflows
    • Add team workspace organization
    • Build story version control with branching/merging

  2. Community Integration

    • Implement story forking and remixing capabilities
    • Create public story gallery with graph previews
    • Add community rating and feedback systems
    • Build story discovery based on graph structure

Documentation & Training:

  1. User Experience

    • Create comprehensive user documentation
    • Build interactive onboarding tutorial
    • Add contextual help and tooltips
    • Create video tutorials for advanced features

  2. Developer Resources

    • Document all new APIs and components
    • Create developer guides for extending the editor
    • Build component library documentation
    • Add troubleshooting and FAQ sections

Quality Assurance & Launch:

  1. Testing & Validation

    • Implement comprehensive end-to-end test suite
    • Add performance regression testing
    • Create user acceptance testing protocols
    • Build automated deployment validation

  2. Launch Preparation

    • Create feature announcement and marketing materials
    • Implement gradual rollout with feature flags
    • Add user feedback collection systems
    • Build analytics dashboard for feature adoption

Success Criteria:

  • Editor handles graphs with 2000+ nodes without performance degradation
  • Comprehensive collaboration features rival professional tools
  • User onboarding completion rate exceeds 80%
  • Feature launches successfully with minimal issues

🎯 Success Metrics

User Experience Metrics

  • Time to First Graph View: <3 seconds for stories up to 100 nodes
  • Node Edit Response Time: <200ms for inline editing operations
  • User Onboarding Completion: >80% complete tutorial walkthrough
  • Feature Adoption Rate: >60% of storytellers use graph editor within 30 days

Technical Performance Metrics

  • Graph Rendering Performance: 60fps for pan/zoom operations
  • Real-time Sync Latency: <100ms for collaborative editing
  • Error Rate: <0.1% for graph operations
  • Uptime: >99.9% availability for graph editing features

Business Impact Metrics

  • Story Creation Efficiency: 40% reduction in time to create complex stories
  • User Engagement: 25% increase in average story complexity
  • Collaboration Usage: 30% of stories use collaborative features
  • Feature Satisfaction: >4.5/5 user rating for graph editor

🛡️ Risk Mitigation

Technical Risks

  • Performance Degradation: Implement progressive loading and virtual rendering
  • Browser Compatibility: Ensure React Flow works across all target browsers
  • Data Loss: Implement auto-save and version control
  • Collaboration Conflicts: Build robust conflict resolution algorithms

User Experience Risks

  • Learning Curve: Create comprehensive onboarding and tutorials
  • Feature Complexity: Implement progressive disclosure of advanced features
  • Mobile Usability: Ensure graph editing works on tablet devices
  • Accessibility: Implement keyboard navigation and screen reader support

Project Risks

  • Scope Creep: Maintain strict phase boundaries and deliverables
  • Timeline Delays: Build buffer time for testing and refinement
  • Resource Constraints: Prioritize core features over nice-to-have additions
  • Integration Challenges: Plan for extensive testing with existing systems

🚀 Post-1.0 Features and Platform Expansion (2025-2027)

Version 1.1 - Enhanced Creator Tools (Q1 2026)

Feature/TaskStatusPriorityTimelineNotes
Import/Export Major Formats⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2026Twine, Ink, and other interactive fiction formats
Story format conversion engine⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2026Automated conversion from existing formats
Export to multiple formats⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2026Allow creators to publish across platforms
AI-Assisted Plot Generation⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2026Intelligent story arc and structure assistance
Story arc suggestion engine⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2026AI recommendations for story progression
Plot hole detection⏳ PlannedMediumQ1 2026Automated story consistency checking
Character development AI⏳ PlannedMediumQ1 2026AI-powered character arc suggestions

Version 1.2 - Multimedia Enhancement (Q2 2025)

Feature/TaskStatusPriorityTimelineNotes
Video Generation/Upload Support⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2025Video content integration for stories
AI video generation integration⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2025Runway ML, Pika Labs integration
Video upload and management⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2025User-uploaded video content
Video compression and optimization⏳ PlannedMediumQ2 2025Efficient video delivery
Text-to-Speech Integration⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2025Voice narration for accessibility
AI voice generation⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2025Multiple voice options for stories
Voice customization⏳ PlannedMediumQ2 2025Storyteller-specific voice profiles
Audio accessibility features⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2025Full screen reader and audio support

Version 1.3 - Enterprise & API Platform (Q3 2026)

Feature/TaskStatusPriorityTimelineNotes
RESTful API SaaS Subscription⏳ PlannedHighQ3 2026Enterprise API access for developers
Public API documentation⏳ PlannedHighQ3 2026Comprehensive developer documentation
API key management⏳ PlannedHighQ3 2026Secure API access control
Rate limiting and quotas⏳ PlannedHighQ3 2026Enterprise-grade API management
Webhook system⏳ PlannedMediumQ3 2026Real-time event notifications
SDK development⏳ PlannedMediumQ3 2026JavaScript, Python, and other SDKs

Version 1.4 - White Label Solutions (Q4 2026)

Feature/TaskStatusPriorityTimelineNotes
White Labeling Platform⏳ PlannedHighQ4 2026Custom branding for enterprise clients
Custom branding system⏳ PlannedHighQ4 2026Logo, colors, domain customization
Multi-tenant architecture⏳ PlannedHighQ4 2026Isolated client environments
Custom domain support⏳ PlannedHighQ4 2026Client-owned domain integration
Enterprise admin dashboard⏳ PlannedMediumQ4 2026Client management and analytics

Version 1.5 - Game Engine Integration (Q1 2027)

Feature/TaskStatusPriorityTimelineNotes
Unity Plugin Development⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2027Native Unity integration for game developers
Unity story import system⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2027Import stories directly into Unity projects
Real-time Unity integration⏳ PlannedHighQ1 2027Live story updates in Unity games
Unity asset store publishing⏳ PlannedMediumQ1 2027Official Unity Asset Store plugin
Unreal Engine plugin⏳ PlannedLowQ2 2027Future Unreal Engine support

Version 1.6 - Publishing Platform (Q2 2027)

Feature/TaskStatusPriorityTimelineNotes
Steam Publishing Integration⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2027Direct publishing to Steam marketplace
Steam store page generation⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2027Automated store page creation
Steam achievement integration⏳ PlannedMediumQ2 2027Native Steam achievement system
Mobile App Store Publishing⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2027iOS App Store and Google Play publishing
App store optimization⏳ PlannedHighQ2 2027ASO tools and automation
In-app purchase integration⏳ PlannedMediumQ2 2027Native mobile monetization
Multi-Platform Distribution⏳ PlannedMediumQ2 2027Broad platform reach
itch.io integration⏳ PlannedMediumQ2 2027Indie game platform publishing
Web app stores⏳ PlannedLowQ2 2027Progressive Web App distribution

📅 Long-Term Roadmap Summary

2025 Focus: Core Platform Completion

  • Q1: Visual Story Editor (v0.7)
  • Q2: Game Mechanics + Video/TTS (v0.8)
  • Q3: Token Economy (v0.9)
  • Q4: Public Launch (v1.0)

2026 Focus: Enterprise & Creator Tools

  • Q1: Advanced AI Tools + Import/Export (v1.1)
  • Q3: Enterprise API Platform (v1.3)
  • Q4: White Label Solutions (v1.4)

2027 Focus: Platform Expansion

  • Q1: Game Engine Integration (v1.5)
  • Q2: Publishing Platform (v1.6)

🎯 Strategic Business Impact

Market Expansion Opportunities

  • Game Development Market: Unity plugin opens $200B+ gaming industry
  • Enterprise Market: White labeling and API access for B2B revenue
  • Publishing Market: Direct-to-platform publishing creates new revenue streams
  • Educational Market: Import/export tools enable academic adoption

Competitive Moats

  • First-Mover Advantage: AI-powered interactive fiction platform
  • Platform Lock-in: Comprehensive toolchain from creation to distribution
  • Enterprise Integration: B2B SaaS API creates sticky revenue
  • Multi-Platform Reach: Broadest distribution network in the space

This roadmap positions Everything Happens as the definitive platform for interactive storytelling, evolving from a creative tool to a comprehensive publishing and distribution ecosystem.