Game Refinery

MAY 4, 2023

In the past, hybridization was mainly seen in 4X strategy games that merged with puzzle and idle RPG mechanics , but in recent months this phenomenon has spread to titles of all shapes and sizes across the market – not just the hybrid-casual genre. Mechanically, the mode is relatively similar to Blizzard’s Hearthstone.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 8, 2024

” “As evident from everyone’s fixation on social media for years, content that humans instinctively find interesting continues to emerge infinitely. We can take inspiration from content going viral on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, and indeed, we have created hit games in 2023 by doing so.

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Game Refinery

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Promotional collaboration events popularity across US, China and Japan (source: GameRefinery SaaS platform). Promotional collaboration events in the top 10% (Revenue) of China midcore games (source: GameRefinery SaaS platform). Does it match your target demographic? Will your current players find it interesting?

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Brand Game Development

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Not only does it help you demystify some of the speech you hear when you get into gaming, but it also has implications that could affect how you classify your website, categorize your Kickstarter campaign, or target an audience on social media or for advertising. What are hobby board games? Hobby board gamers have a passion. Fundraising.

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PreMortem.Games

JANUARY 17, 2024

She is currently transitioning into a new role as a social media and community lead at the American-based 3D Art Academy, Art Heroes. “It was all about puzzle design, analytical thinking, and understanding player agency and mechanics”, she says. In our conversation, she shared highlights from both events.

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Brand Game Development

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

It involves creating mechanics that determine how players interact with the game. It involves creating a strategy, getting web traffic, using social media, using email newsletters, getting game reviews, going to conventions, doing live-streams, issuing press releases, and – most of all – networking.

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Game Refinery

APRIL 6, 2023

Publishers and studios are constantly looking for new ways to improve these, whether it’s with more powerful ad creative to boost UA or by adding new gameplay mechanics and features to improve player retention. They’re a great way of boosting engagement by providing players with new and exciting ways of enjoying an existing game.

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Logic Simplified

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

2D Teen Patti Mobile Game Development Cost Factors Before developing a successful game, you need to figure out who your target audience is and which platform will best serve them. Platforms Once you decide to develop an app, it is vital to figure out whether you want to create it on the Android or iOS platform.

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AWS Games

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Spiky or unpredictable player traffic : Game launches, in-game events, promotions within the mobile game stores, or even social media activity can result in significant short term increases in traffic which may temporarily overwhelm authentication services Authentication and authorization can be a complex topic.

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Game Refinery

MARCH 16, 2023

The examples we’ve included here are only a small handful of the thousands of seasonal event implementation examples on the GameRefinery SaaS platform, so if you’re interested in seeing more examples, check out the platform. The more changes you make to the game, the more monetization mechanics you’ve got to play with.

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Game Dev Unchained

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

But, beyond gameplay mechanics, Eco speaks to a much larger industry trend: the emergence of the metaverse. “But there’s a fine line between using these platforms as beneficial learning tools and as mere distractions.” ” The allure of video games has always been about escapism and achievement.

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Big Games

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

There are several ways in which you can promote the game, by using the app store promotions, advertising on social media, etc. Make use of the social media platform like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, as it has billions of users. Players in social media tell their friends and spread the word of mouth about the game.

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Game Daily

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Avalon is being built with Didimo’s Popul8 character creation platform and Inworld’s AI-powered character engine. Avalon has found investment backing from the likes of Bitkraft, Delphi Ventures, and Mechanism Capital raising $13 million in a round announced earlier this year.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JUNE 24, 2024

Overall downloads have declined on both iOS and Android platforms , with Play Store downloads seeing a more significant drop. Casual Games went Hybrid: These are tailored for a broad audience with straightforward mechanics, usually aim to sustain player engagement to boost revenue via ad monetization.

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iXie gaming

MAY 8, 2023

It provides a platform for creativity and innovation, and it allows developers to create new types of games that can’t be created with traditional gaming technologies. Code and program the game mechanics and features: Develop the game mechanics and features that will engage players and keep them coming back for more.

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 21, 2023

Fun fact: Semblance was Kimani and Myres’ graduation project and a bug in it morphed into the game’s main mechanic. We were trying to create a soft platform that would bend a bit when you land on it. The bug caused the platform to go lower and lower every time you landed on it. The deformable terrain was a bug.

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iXie gaming

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This will help you shape the gameplay art style, mechanics, and general experience. Upon establishing your audience, brainstorm unique features and game mechanics. Therefore, you should consider integrating mechanics that enable players to gather, evolve, trade, and customize their NFT-based assets. Develop smart contracts.

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DameDev.tv

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Whether that’s a platformer with running and jumping, a racing game with accelerating and braking or a FPS with moving and shooting. Follow Laurie/Avocado Fire on Social Media [link] [link] Check us out on social media [link] [link] [link] Remember, we host live develogy livecasts every Tuesday at 10pm BST on our YouTube channel.

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Played with Fire

MARCH 11, 2024

Whether you’re dodging obstacles, swinging a virtual sword, or leaping across platforms, VR encourages a healthier and more active gaming lifestyle. From unique mechanics to immersive narratives, VR games offer experiences that linger long after you’ve put down the headset. Join the revolution, and let’s get virtual!

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 17, 2023

Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of C# programming to effectively manipulate game objects, create gameplay mechanics, and handle events. Utilize features like raycasting, joints, constraints, and physics materials to achieve realistic and engaging gameplay mechanics. Be mindful of memory usage, especially on mobile platforms.

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Big Games

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

In that case, with potential growth and platform expansion, casino game apps seem to be the best option. But it is important to consider the platforms. Creating a cross-platform app is an important key aspect because there is no clear platform winner.

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Game Refinery

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

One of the most successful ways of doing this is by introducing meta elements – gameplay elements and mechanics from other game genres – into your game. Player motivations of casual players (source: GameRefinery SaaS platform). The player motivations driving the success of renovation and construction elements.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 27, 2020

Apart from running the one and only MobileDevMemo , he also runs a strategy consulting firm for media and consumer technology companies - Heracles Media. I do believe that these misleading ads are a temporary phenomenon: platforms and consumers can be fooled, but only for so long. These predictions are written by Eric Seufert.

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Game Errors

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Official Social Media : Stay connected with the official social media accounts of the game or its developers. Keep an eye on platforms like Twitter , Instagram , and Discord for announcements. Developer Streams : Some game developers host live streams on platforms like Twitch or YouTube. How to get more free codes?

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iXie gaming

MAY 24, 2023

This trend presents a unique challenge for developers, as it requires them to balance gameplay mechanics and technical capabilities to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all players. Cross-platform Play Cross-platform play has become more popular with the rise of cloud gaming and game streaming.

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PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

And… that’s what I did professionally for almost 10 years: released many games on different platforms, working for multiple companies. External validation rarely comes your way, especially while seeking attention on social media – which is absolutely required to build a community and get to be known by players.

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Deconstructor of Fun

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

The loss of depth in gameplay mechanics is compensated with a higher weight of the poker-like mindgames. So while it’s possible to gather insights about Snap in the mobile platform, we really can’t compare its revenue to say which games are bigger. This facilitates adoption and generates fast and intense matches (~4 minutes).

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Deconstructor of Fun

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Eric is a media strategist, quantitative marketer, and author who has spent his career working for transformative consumer technology and media companies. These points are informed by my research into the topic and conversations I’ve had with platform operators and gaming and ad tech executives: When will ATT be made mandatory?

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Game Refinery

JANUARY 5, 2023

When a game with a unique style and appearance becomes a hit, it doesn’t take long for new games to emerge, hoping to emulate that success by using the same gameplay mechanics, visual style and features. You’d be forgiven for mistaking Stumble Guys for Fall Guys. Tournament options in Stumble Guys.

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Brand Game Development

APRIL 13, 2018

You can rip 100 board game campaigns off there and get a pretty good idea at which price points, mechanics, themes, and art styles make money. I have an online platform. I’m going to stop running so many social media accounts. My sellout comment above is a joke, but it hints at some truth. Use that data!

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iXie gaming

JULY 19, 2024

Perfect for vector graphics, logos, typography, and making scalable assets for different platforms. Show off the game’s most exciting features and unique mechanics in your artwork to attract potential players. Target Platforms. Social Media Banners. Pro Tip: Maintain consistency across all platforms.

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iXie gaming

MAY 26, 2023

From managing a team of collaborators to optimizing game mechanics and building a loyal fanbase, indie game makers must navigate a range of challenges to bring their vision to life. Also, they need to leverage forums, social media, and other online venues to connect with players and grow a fan base for their game.

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iXie gaming

MAY 26, 2023

From managing a team of collaborators to optimizing game mechanics and building a loyal fanbase, indie game makers must navigate a range of challenges to bring their vision to life. Also, they need to leverage forums, social media, and other online venues to connect with players and grow a fan base for their game.

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Deconstructor of Fun

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

To get into the weeds on how to set up and operate effective cross-promotion, I sat down with Yuval Yosefi , who heads cross-promotion as well as all the other user acquisition channels apart from social media and search. And that is having the ad monetization mechanics. To hear the full version, please check out our podcast.

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Game Errors

JUNE 6, 2023

Gameplay Mechanics Although both of these titles have many similarities, some key differences have made them unique from each other. This characteristic has created many more contrasts, particularly in the shooting, movement, and overall game mechanics. The movement mechanics in Fortnite is very basic.

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Logic Simplified

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Analytics has helped our team track a player's progress and pinpoint frustrating levels or game mechanics that may cause them to stop playing. Keeping that in mind, companies collect data from various sources such as analytics platforms, in-game events, surveys, interviews, social media, and app stores to measure our goals and achieve them.

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iXie gaming

JUNE 28, 2024

Our experienced testers work closely with game designers and developers to examine every part of the game’s concept, mechanics, and user interface. Our risk assessment process identifies potential problems based on the game’s complexity, target audience, and platform requirements.

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