Proof of Usefulness Report

Lucio App

Analysis completed on 2/8/2026

+24
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project proposes a social gaming platform combining geolocation and local business integration, which is a relevant concept. However, the submission suffers severely from contradictory and exaggerated claims (e.g., stating 'most people have used my product' while also linking to a 'register for launch' page). The lack of verifiable user data, the confusion between market cap and revenue, and the evident pre-launch status result in a low score despite the promising market timing.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+10
Audience Reach Impact+1
Technical Innovation+4.8
Evidence Of Traction+0.625
Market Timing Relevance+6
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+22.925
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+24

Project Details

Project URL
lucioapp.com
Description
LUCIO is a social gaming platform that uses shared interests, experiences, and proximity to help you find your people wherever life takes you. LUCIO does this by seamlessly combining geolocation matching algorithms, games, and partnerships with local businesses to allow users to play, connect and explore with each other: PLAY: Once connected, users can play asynchronous turn-based games through the chat. They can also meet through gameplay within the LUCIO game world. Users are sorted into multiplayer rooms where they can play with others who are close to them in age and location- making it easy to take any connections made offline. CONNECT: LUCIO makes it easier to connect with others who share similar interests, values, lifestyles, and more. Using AI, compatibility scores will be displayed on other people's profiles on the community board. By including personality tests, users can find even more ways to connect. EXPLORE: LUCIO intends to supplement reality, not replace it. Therefore, by playing games, users are able to unlock discounts and deals to meet offline and explore local businesses- strengthening their connections through shared experiences, while simultaneously helping their local communities thrive. For more information, please visit www.lucioapp.com. Register for launch updates: https://bit.ly/3TbWJNx We're hiring! If interested in joining the LUCIO team, please email: victoria@lucioapp.com

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline