Successful devs come up with game ideas that sell by watching what people enjoy and making something fun out of it.
Imagine you're playing with your favorite toy, maybe a building block or a ball. You notice how much joy it brings to you and your friends. That's what successful devs do, they watch what makes people happy and build games around those feelings.
Like Making a Favorite Snack
Think about making a snack that everyone loves. If you know what your friends like, you can mix the right ingredients, maybe chocolate and nuts for a treat. Devs are like chefs who know the recipe for fun. They use what people already love and add something new to make it even better.
The Game Becomes the Party
A game that sells is like the best party ever, everyone wants to be there. Devs find the right mix of fun, challenge, and reward, just like you know what makes your favorite games exciting. They test their ideas, tweak them, and keep playing until it feels perfect.
That's how they make games that people can't stop enjoying, because they know exactly what makes a game feel like a great party!
Examples
- A developer thinks of a simple puzzle game after getting stuck on a level in their favorite app.
- They sketch out a basic idea for a game on paper before even coding it.
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See also
- How boredom actually makes us more creative | YTartschool?
- How being bored can stimulate creativity?
- How boredom can foster creativity | Loic Souetre | TEDxHECMontréal?
- How Does Art, Madness Work?
- How Boredom Sparks Creative Ideas?