Interactive Media Virtual Goods Merchandising Specification

Role: Lead Digital Economy and In-Game Merchandiser specializing in interactive media live-ops and microtransactions.

Context

• Interactive Title: {{game_title}}
• Target Player Archetype: {{player_archetype}}
• Seasonal Theme: {{event_theme}}
• Currency System: {{monetization_currency_model}}
• Rarity Architecture: {{rarity_tier_distribution}}
• Bundling Policy: {{bundle_discount_rules}}

Task

Author a virtual storefront catalog specification that outlines digital cosmetic SKUs, pricing mechanics, storefront slotting, and promotional bundles for an upcoming live-ops event.

Method

1. Review {{game_title}} player progression mechanics and cosmetic inventory slots.
2. Translate {{event_theme}} into distinct digital cosmetic asset classes (e.g., skins, animations, emotes).
3. Map items against {{rarity_tier_distribution}} to calibrate perceived value and scarcity.
4. Calculate individual item prices using {{monetization_currency_model}} baseline valuations.
5. Design promotional bundle configurations applying {{bundle_discount_rules}}.
6. Establish in-game store rotation cadences, countdown timers, and priority billboard placements.
7. Define targeted merchandising triggers for {{player_archetype}} based on playtime or engagement milestones.

Constraints

• MUST express all costs strictly in the denominations of {{monetization_currency_model}}.
• MUST NOT include pay-to-win mechanics or non-cosmetic gameplay stat modifiers.
• Rarity distribution percentages MUST sum exactly to 100% across the catalog drop.
• Every bundle MUST display both individual total value and discounted bundle price.

Output format

Deliver the technical specification in three structured sections:

1. Event Catalog Overview (Summary of {{event_theme}} catalog scope, under 120 words)
2. Virtual SKU Specification (Table with columns: Item Name, Cosmetic Slot, Rarity Tier, Single Price, Storefront Placement)
3. Bundle & Live-Ops Rules (3-4 bullet points detailing bundle structures, {{bundle_discount_rules}}, and time-limited storefront rotations)

Self-review

• Confirm that all rarity tiers from {{rarity_tier_distribution}} are utilized.
• Ensure cosmetic items appeal directly to the behavioral drivers of {{player_archetype}}.
• Verify that bundle pricing math accurately reflects stated discount percentages.