#GameDev

Daily Bonus Do's and Don'ts Based on the Playliner research, here’s a quick breakdown of what works and what doesn’t in daily bonus design:--- What doesn’t work: --- • Confusing progress bars • Lack of clarity on the next reward • Poor visualization of player progress • Missing timers • Distracting visuals--- What works: --- • Clear headers that don’t distract. • Progress bars for additional rewards as long-term motivation. • Well-visualized progress, with the next reward clearly indicated. • A big reward on key days (e.g., Day 7) to keep players coming back. • Precise countdown timers for the next reward.

Twisted Tangle’s Smart Monetization Choices! 🔥 Just noticed a clever setup in "Twisted Tangle" by Rollic Games. When you run out of time in a level, they present three distinct offers:1️⃣ Season Pass - Great for long-term players. 2️⃣ Booster Focused - For those looking for an edge in the level. 3️⃣ Lives and Time Focused - Perfect if you're aiming to keep the game going right away!This tailored approach gives players flexibility to choose what fits their play style best, with each option adding +20 seconds to keep you in the game. Cool, right? 🎯

Retention is key for game success. Here are 22 proven tips to keep players coming back for more: 1. Keep the tutorial short and fun. Teach the basics without overwhelming. 2. Ensure the first-time user experience (FTUE) is smooth and clear so players start having fun quickly. 3. Start strong with a surprising and unique hook to grab attention. 4. Match gameplay with ads and expectations. Deliver what is promised. 5. Set clear goals to keep players focused and engaged. 6. Include fun rewards like win streaks, daily bonuses, and challenges. 7. Make sure the game runs smoothly with no bugs or crashes. 8. Balance difficulty. Keep it challenging but not frustrating. 9. Analyze where players drop off and fix those churn points. 10. Add progression systems to keep players motivated. 11. Introduce fresh mechanics as the game progresses. 12. […]

How to design your player journey map? (5-step checklist)A player journey map visualizes experiences↳ aligns gameplay, monetization & retention.Here’s how to design one for your game:1️⃣ Define your map’s purpose• Focus on 1 goal: onboarding, retention, etc.• Set detail level, e.g., purchase journey.• Identify segment: casual, whales, etc.2️⃣ Identify player personas• Casual: focus on easy access & discovery.• Influencers: reward w/ social recognition.• Spenders: highlight exclusive offers.3️⃣ Analyze behaviors and touchpoints• Observe key systems: core, meta, etc.• Track streamers and community activity.• Check top items for awareness/purchases.4️⃣ Map the player journey stages• Awareness: Buzz from gameplay & socials.• Consideration: Reviews & personal offers.• Purchase: Easy checkout & seamless flow.• Usage: Impact on gameplay & recognition.5️⃣ Validate and refine your map• Test it with player actions and feedback.• Align it with KPIs like retention rates.• Keep evolving as the game grows.❗Things […]

Solo Tournaments Guide Here’s how they work, based on the Playliner breakdown of Match Factory tournaments:𝟭. 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸 • Players qualify by completing at least one level. • Inactive players are excluded, and everyone begins on equal ground. 𝟮. 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀 • Win a level on the first try? Your event token multiplier increases. • Fail? The multiplier resets, adding stakes to every move. 𝟯. 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 • Players are grouped into pools of 30–50, matched by activity or spending habits. • Bots may fill gaps, keeping the competition alive. 𝟰. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻𝘀 • Event tokens come from core gameplay: --- Completing levels --- Collecting special items • More tokens = higher leaderboard rankings. 𝟱. 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 • Tournaments run for 1–3 days, with a visible countdown timer to maintain urgency. 𝟲. 𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 • Tiered prizes motivate participation: --- Top 3: […]

🗺 150.000+ Game Designers around the world!7 unique differences you should know about: They all do different things,To accomplish one thing!🚀 Its like a construction project. You need different experts to design:Foundation,Landscape,Electrical,Exterior,Statics,Interior,Roof,etc.Each part is equally ‘’important’’and ‘’MUST’’ work together!Game design skills are similar,Different designers focus on different parts:✦ UX Designers,✦ Level Designers,✦ System Designers,✦ Combat Designers,✦ Narrative Designers,✦ Creative Art Designer,✦ Game Economy Designers.Each designer’s job is unique.Together, they make the game work.Also, often we see ‘’one’’ title,That does it all, or connects them,Game Product ManagerProduct Director etc.