How to Give Birth to Your First Indie Game: Tips from a Successful Game Developer

TLDRConsider your hourly rate and budget, use existing assets, start with a small game, focus on a prototype, build a community

Key insights

💡Consider your hourly rate and budget to determine the scope of your game

🔧Utilize existing assets to save time and money

🎮Start with a small game to gain experience and momentum

🚀Focus on building a prototype to secure funding and support

🌐Build a community of fans to support your game financially

Q&A

How do I determine my hourly rate as a game developer?

Consider your experience, skills, and living expenses to calculate a reasonable hourly rate.

Why should I use existing assets instead of creating everything from scratch?

Using existing assets saves time and money, allowing you to focus on other important aspects of your game.

Why should I start with a small game instead of my dream game?

Starting with a small game helps you learn and gain experience, setting the foundation for future success.

Why is building a prototype important?

A prototype demonstrates your game's potential and can help secure funding and partnerships.

How do I build a community of fans for my game?

Consistently engage with your audience through social media, provide quality content, and encourage them to support your game.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Consider your hourly rate and budget to determine the scope of your game.

02:56Utilize existing assets to save time and money in game development.

03:30Start with a small game to gain experience and momentum.

06:21Focus on building a prototype to secure funding and support.

08:02Build a community of fans to support your game financially.