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Bodies Found Under Zancudo Bridge
Quick Summary
A staged crime scene beneath Route 68 reveals two plastic-wrapped corpses hanging from the bridge, sparking an immersive investigation environment filled with police, FIB agents, forensic teams, and suspicious clues. This scene showcases ambient world design with layered storytelling and realistic NPC behavior.
Scene Showcase | 30-Second Cinematic
Location
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Bridge over Zancudo River, near Route 68
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Coordinates: X: -486, Y: 298, Z: 26
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Nearby landmarks include a rural church and a small fruit stand
Scene Overview
While driving along Route 68, players hear sirens. Curious players who pan their camera toward the river will spot emergency vehicles beneath the bridge. If they investigate, they discover a full-scale crime scene.
Two plastic-wrapped bodies hang from the bridge. Below them are three liquor bottles and a blood-smeared newspaper with the headline “Coastline Under Threat.” Blood splatters mark the wall and ground.
NPCs around the site contribute to an immersive narrative. Officers patrol, investigate blood trails, talk to civilians, redirect traffic, and work together in realistic formations. The scene pulls players into its story without needing cutscenes or UI prompts.
Zancudo Bridge Crime Scene | 1 Min 40 Sec
World and Population Setup
Forensics and Medical Response
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Lead forensic doctor investigates the bodies
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Paramedic records findings
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Ambulance parked near the riverside
Law Enforcement
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Local sheriff oversees the entire perimeter
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County officer examines blood stains on the bridge wall
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Officer near a tree inspects something on the ground
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Another officer searches bushes across the river
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A policeman uses binoculars near the ambulance
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An officer atop the bridge controls traffic
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One sits in a vehicle while another directs blocked lanes
FIB Agents
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One agent smokes while observing the scene
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Another questions a dog-walking civilian
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A third stands across the river on lookout
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One agent speaks with a stopped cyclist
Civilians and Extras
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Dog walker speaking with an agent
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Cyclist being questioned
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Civilian bystanders behind barricades
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All vehicles have flashing lights
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Three "Do Not Cross" signs clearly restrict access
Design Goals:
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Create a passive yet highly interactive scene
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Encourage player discovery through sound and camera cues
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Use grounded, realistic NPC behavior to simulate a live investigation
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Build tension through visual storytelling and unanswered questions
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Make players wonder: Who did this, and why?
Media Gallery:
Documentation:
A detailed breakdown of design choices, NPC logic, asset placements, and ambient systems used in the scene. This document offers behind-the-scenes insight into how realism and world logic were carefully crafted.
This PDF includes:
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Purpose and high-level intent behind the scene
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NPC roles and behaviors (FIB, Paramedics, Police, Witnesses)
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Vehicle and prop logic (why each item is placed where it is)
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Scene breakdown (foreground/midground/background use)
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Visual storytelling analysis
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Time and weather selection with reasoning
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Environmental clues and story hints
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Final thoughts on immersive ambient design
Asset List (XML File)
This file contains all objects, props, NPCs, and vehicles used in the scene — including coordinates, headings, and variation data. It's a raw data reference for how the scene is assembled in-game using Menyoo and Map Editor.
Ideal for technical reviewers, scripters, and designers looking to understand asset-level worldbuilding.