"I think it's just a fun way to get people out there and get them to understand and know the city," Cannella said. "I want it to reflect the people within the city, their stories, their perspectives on Richmond. You can chat with other players, see them on screen, and explore together. Its a social space as much as it is a game."

Feedback so far has been positive, and Cannella welcomes suggestions to keep the game growing, down to Richmond's little quirks, like chicken wings discarded on city sidewalks.

"Encounter those and there's still some good meat on them. So, maybe it gives you a little bit of a performance boost in the game," Cannella said.

He also hopes to collaborate with art students to create in-game characters and items, expanding the game's local, community-driven feel.

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