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A lot of games use Mannequins to teleport them in and out when off-camera. Instead, I animated them so they actually move and try to kill you when you ain't looking!

r/IndieDev
5/19/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Steamhttps://store.steampowered.comGame Distribution PlatformUsed for game distribution and wishlisting

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Frustration with teleporting enemies breaking immersion
  • Desire for more realistic enemy movement
  • Need for better horror game mechanics

Problems to Solve:

  • Creating more immersive horror game experiences
  • Improving enemy AI behavior
  • Enhancing player engagement through better mechanics

Potential Solutions:

  • Implementing realistic enemy movement
  • Adding environmental cues like shadows
  • Creating tension through limited visibility

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Showcasing game development progress to build anticipation
  • Engaging with community through Reddit posts

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Using Steam platform for distribution and wishlisting
  • Encouraging community support through wishlisting

Monetization & Product:

  • Building product-market fit through community feedback
  • Iterating on game mechanics based on user input

User Engagement:

  • Sharing behind-the-scenes content
  • Responding to community feedback and suggestions