Over the past few weeks, we’ve covered some of the best strategies to use when making games, but what about the ones you should avoid? If you want to succeed in game development, it’s equally important to know what NOT to do. Below is our list of the most common …
We’ve talked a lot about gameplay and level design on the Buildbox blog, but today we’re going to focus on the more obscure secrets of game design. Below you’ll find five often overlooked, but extremely important, factors for creating unique games that people want to …
We’ve released many articles about getting publishers, but what about launching your app solo? Launching an app is a BIG deal, especially when you’re an indie developer. There are already millions of apps in the App Store, how do you get your game to stand out? …
Are you having trouble coming up with new game ideas? If your mind is going blank and no matter how hard you try nothing seems to come to you. Don’t worry. We’ve all been there. The truth is …
How do you know when your game is good enough to pitch to publishers? Before you begin pitching to publishers, you need to make sure your game has all the qualities that they’re looking for. There are actually five important features that every …
Believe it or not, making a hit game doesn’t have to take years. David Reichelt famously created Color Switch in just a few hours. Within one week, he had completed all the levels and finished the game. This was the version that hit #1 in the App Store. It was ranked …
Indie games are a great mix of passion and business. Unlike the more corporate versions of the gaming world, these guys and girls strive to create something truly unique, with their own flavor, and hopefully something that resonates with audiences worldwide. Here at …
In our new ‘How to make isometric games’ video series, you’ll learn how to build your own 2.5D style game with Buildbox. You don’t need to create 3D graphics, and in fact, you won’t need any game art at all. We’re going to show you step-by-step how to start from the beginning. You’ll see …
We’ve seen the app store go through a lot of changes over the years, but this could be the biggest one. I really didn’t think there would be a day when I would make a post like this, but I’ve been researching, analyzing, and talking to successful developers…
What’s the secret to making games? How did some of the mega apps like Angry Birds, Clash of Clans, Candy Crush and Minecraft climb their way to the top? Was it through raw innovation or blind luck? The answer might be surprising …
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