The developers at Triple Espresso have provided commentary through a gameplay video that gives an overview of the features of Copa City, the football management game. Set to release in 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, the game promises to “blend the excitement of football with deep simulation elements”, allowing players to manage, customize, and transform a city in preparation for a football event.
In this commentary video, the development team details the strategic gameplay of Copa City. The game empowers football fans to go beyond team management; they will also be able to take control of the preparations for an entire city to host world-renowned football matches.
Main features highlighted:
- Stadium customization: Players will be able to customize and expand their stadiums to create the ultimate football venue. From adjusting seating arrangements to improving the pitch for an unforgettable experience.
- Expansion of city infrastructure: Copa City will give players the opportunity to redesign and develop the city’s infrastructure. Players will be able to strategically build and/or upgrade essential facilities like hotels, food trucks, and fan areas, ensuring the city can accommodate the massive influx of fans from around the world.
- Security planning: Hosting such large-scale events requires careful planning. In Copa City, players will create security zones, ensuring that visitors feel safe, and crowd management proceeds smoothly.
- Fan areas throughout the city: A unique aspect of the game allows players to create fan zones scattered around the city, where supporters can gather to watch matches. Whether in a vibrant square or a cosy neighbourhood park, these fan zones will help foster a sense of community and engagement.
- Officially licensed teams and stadiums: Authenticity is crucial in Copa City. The game boasts partnerships with officially licensed football teams (such as Arsenal F.C., Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, FC Bayern Munich, and many more to come) and stadiums (currently featuring the PGE Narodowy in Warsaw and the Olympiastadion in Berlin), providing an unprecedented realistic experience. Players will also be able to recognize some of the most iconic city landmarks.
Below you can watch the video commented on by the developers, and remember that at gamescom, the city of Berlin was showcased in the game.