PreMortem.Games

JANUARY 24, 2024

Physics-based 2D platformer Bionic Bay is a collaboration between the Finnish one-man-studio Mureena and Taiwanese indie game company Psychoflow Studio. The game started as a demo shown on Reddit, but picked up momentum when Badland art director Juhana Myllys offered to mix and match his distinct artwork with the gameplay.

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PreMortem.Games

AUGUST 21, 2023

What began as a casual endeavor gradually evolved into a fully-fledged studio as the game’s success solidified their path. Now, with the new game A Void Hope coming up on almost 3 years of development, Forslind finds himself juggling his roles as both CEO and Game Designer of his company called Elden Pixels.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 24, 2023

And that’s what game development is to him at the moment, a hobby. While he enjoys the freedom of developing games by himself at his own pace, Splenbit wouldn’t mind working in a team. “I’m not good with story telling or puzzle design, so combining some expertise would be nice.”

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iXie gaming

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

This is why game art studios have emerged over the past decade. Instead of working on the next big blockbuster title alone, game art studios help companies create their titles with minimal financial investment. Many ask if there is a future for these developers who spend years developing these games. Isometric art.

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Big Games

MARCH 27, 2025

Unreal Engine Here’s an overview of these two dynamic mechanisms that will help you understand what they are, how they work, and the merits they offer to Android programmers: Unity It is a popular game engine renowned for its cross-platform compatibility and intuitive user interface that supports both 2D & 3D game development.

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Real Programming

MARCH 28, 2025

Real Programming Languages: We teach popular, in-demand programming languages like Python and C++the same ones used in game development studios around the world. Our curriculum is tailored for kids ages 7 to 17, designed to grow with them as their skills (and curiosity) expand. And coding is the gateway.

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PreMortem.Games

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Midnight Girl , from indie studio Italic , oozes French cool. Funny then that the game is made in Copenhagen, Denmark. Pedersen is the programmer and CEO of the company and Ryder takes on the roles of game director, graphics artist, musician and game designer.

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Radiator Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2022

But here's what I'm playing and what I'm talking about: Immortality Wayward Strand Cult of the Lamb Betrayal at Club Low Atuel Immortality by Half Mermaid The third "FMV game" helmed by auteur Sam Barlow and his studio, about collecting short video fragments to assemble complex psychological stories. Pro-tip: play with a gamepad.)

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Deconstructor of Fun

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Supercell announced over a year ago that they will be opening a studio in North America. TWiG #212 - Apple's New Price Points / Game Genre Taxonomy pt 2 / Nintendo's Mobile Strategy ? We want to build ambitious games players may not expect from Supercell. One could wonder if this makes Ryan a bold choice to lead the studio.

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CG Spectrum

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

He decided to start his own indie game development studio, Overwrite Interactive , and create a video game from scratch. For Alan's video game to come to fruition, he needed a team of capable artists to help him. The team updated the game earlier this year to include health bars. Gerel battling enemies. Dogyeong L.

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Game Analytics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

One of the reasons why hyper-casual games are so popular is due to how quick and easy they are to make. Simple controls, artwork, and game design make it easy for any developer to pick up. There are other ways to build a game on a budget. Horror in the darkness by Karmic Shift Studios. One way is narrative.

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Ask a Game Dev

MARCH 2, 2023

When I write a design document, I usually try to address the following: High level goal - What is this feature/system/puzzle/etc. You need to explain to the readers what you are building, why you are building it, and what you need in order to build it. supposed to do? What kind of experience do I want the player to have?

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Deconstructor of Fun

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Guest post by David Fox , founder of Double Coconut — a design and development studio that has delivered hit mobile and web games for partners such as EA Sports, WB Games, Microsoft Casual Games, and more. Experience with idle games — making a repetitive action seem fun and not taxing — is key.

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Game Designing

AUGUST 31, 2023

01:08) It’s kind of like a logic puzzle through code, which is how I look at it. In a small company or by yourself, the programmer might actually be the one to code the entire game. And in this course we’re going to solve a lot of those logic puzzles. And for me, that’s kind of what makes it fun.

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Ask a Game Dev

MARCH 13, 2023

Here is a non-exhaustive list of potential reasons you might say no that have very little to do with the pitched game. Maybe you just bought a studio. Maybe your games from the last year didn’t sell well. If your company just isn’t supporting that platform anymore, you’re probably not going to green light a new game for it.

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Big Games

MARCH 28, 2025

Game Genres Ideal for puzzle games, visual novels, and platformers that require simplicity and style. Popularly used for RPGs, action-adventure, and open-world games, which demand realism and extensive features. Your choice depends entirely on the game genre, target audience, budget, and desired style.

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Game Dev Unchained

MAY 21, 2024

. “It allows players to interact with the game world in unique ways, creating opportunities for strategic thinking and problem-solving.” ” This innovative approach not only pays homage to the original game’s puzzle-solving aspects but also introduces a fresh layer of engagement for players.

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Big Games

JANUARY 31, 2024

Honkai Impact 3rd stands out as one of the best mobile gaming apps for action enthusiasts with its captivating storyline and dynamic combat system. Two Dots For those who appreciate puzzle games with a minimalist design, Two Dots is a true gem.

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iXie gaming

APRIL 3, 2023

By the end of this article, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to produce high-quality art for mobile games that captivates players and sets your game apart in a competitive market. This entails comprehending the game’s genre, intended audience, plot, and general theme. So, let’s dive in!

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 10, 2024

3D Modelling 3D Animation FX Concept Art 2D Animation Game Design Game Programming 3D Modelling: Shaping Virtual Worlds “3D modelling is a rewarding career where you get to bring concepts and 2D imagery to life, sculpting personality and story into characters, objects, and environments.

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AWS Games

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The video game industry continued its rapid transformation in 2022. New players were added across every region of the world, studios were launched and acquired, and developers continued to build and deliver groundbreaking game experiences to more than 3 billion global gamers. New solutions.

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Game Daily

MAY 4, 2023

. “I’d watch amazing animated movies like Shrek, and I’d think, wouldn’t it be great to see something this good about Jesus Christ” After gaining experience making mobile games, Vysochanskiy’s development studio SimulaM decided that his dream project should be interactive.

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Deconstructor of Fun

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The game looked promising, scaling quickly towards $2M a month in revenue - a promising number for a smallish Finnish studio. The early traction was a strong signal to acquirers, prompting Israeli Plarium, known for its strategy and RPG games (such as RAID: Shadow Legends), to place the winning bid.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 17, 2020

Further, recent strategic moves have been made by Voodoo to open “beyond hypercasual” studios. While the diminishing market share and opening of non-hypercasual studios can be seen as Voodoo’s fall from grace, it can also be viewed as Voodoo’s strategic retreat from the hypercasual market.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 21, 2021

This analysis will give you a full overview of the Strategy games genre, which is the second-largest genre in the Western markets after puzzle. This makes the genre second largest on mobile in (outside key Asian markets) after Puzzle games. Strategy games also represent nearly a half of all Mid-Core revenues.

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Deconstructor of Fun

APRIL 25, 2022

Over the past ten years, it has not stopped evolving and innovating, with top games beginning with Summoners War (OG), to the Dota Arena and Onmyoji in China , to RAID: Shadow Legends and Marvel Strike Force in the West. System The system design of the game and the in-game stats balance demonstrate Devsisters’ high standards.

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PreMortem.Games

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Developer Dmitriy Gusev , operating under the name Diedemor Studio, made this game by himself. This has been one of the most complex games for me so far, he admits. The solo developer worked six years as a doctor before drastically changing his career and going for game development. Its up to you if you work alone.

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Deconstructor of Fun

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

This analysis is written by Taras Koshelev (Lead Game Designer at My.Games Venture Capital) who focused on game mechanics and loops and Michail Katkoff (Founder of Savage Game Studios) who covered the market and marketability. Playrix released Puzzle Breakers into soft-launch in late 2019.

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Deconstructor of Fun

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

This blog post is brought to you by ironSource - a growth platform that turns amazing studios into amazing businesses. Starting a New Studio - Where to Start? I joined Voodoo in Berlin with the goal to open a new studio that would develop new types of games (i.e. What games to make? It’s only once a month!

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 20, 2020

So without further ado… First, a quick overview of the RPG genre Role Playing Games (RPGs) have generated nearly $3Bn in in-app purchase revenues year-to-date in the Western markets. This makes RPGs the third largest genre on mobile after Strategy ($5.4Bn) and Puzzle ($4.5Bn) games. Installs are supporting the story.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JUNE 20, 2019

Thirdly it is because of the war for players that ensued between Playrix and Firecraft Studios as both ramped up their marketing engines. And finally, it’s because Matchington Mansion is a game from an unknown developer that has no previous shipped titles and has only three people who have worked or are working at Firecraft Studios.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 19, 2021

A studio working on an RPG has to focus on depth over core gameplay, have incredibly robust live operation capabilities, and nearly impeccable production processes that keep the content fresh for the players. All of the above require serious investments, which increases the risk of building an RPG game for a studio.

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Deconstructor of Fun

MAY 18, 2023

If you liked this analysis, you’ll love: Why Rovio is Such a Juicy Catch #1 What is the rationale and Strategic interest behind Sega Sammy’s desire to acquire Rovio Entertainment Firstly, Rovio is an earnings-generating mobile gaming company with studios in Europe and Canada. The emphasis here is on profitability. Even fatal.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 13, 2021

Written by Michail Katkoff , games executive and founder of Deconstructor of Fun, and Niek Tuerlings , Senior Game Designer and author of popular game development blog Ludocious.com. Special thanks for the Hybridcasual design insights to Abhimanyu Kumar , founder of Naavik consulting. Thanks Playrix for the idea!

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Deconstructor of Fun

JULY 8, 2024

This decision remains puzzling, as there was no pressure to launch Squad Busters. This model emphasizes the role of soft launches: launch when KPIs suggest the game is compelling rather than editorial opinion, whether from marketing, platform, or game design leaders. etc) is puzzling.

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The Bottom Feeder

JANUARY 30, 2024

Roguelike Card Game." "Co-Op Co-Op Action Puzzle Game With Brief Sections Containing Every Other Genre" ( Puzzlequest, Slay the Spire, It Takes Two ) Defining a genre of any art is like trying to describe a cloud by drawing the cardboard box it's closest in shape too. It really makes sense that game designers like rules.

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iHobo

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In 2023, the game I'm most proud of in my long and distinguished career as a game designer will be twenty years old. Why is this game so beloved? Before I talk about the ghosts, I need to start with where this game began. But I was wrong - we had one more game together.

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