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r/IndieDev Weekly Monday Megathread - May 18, 2025 - New users start here! Show us what you're working on! Have a chat! Ask a question!
r/IndieDev
5/19/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | https://store.steampowered.com | Game Distribution Platform | Game storefront, demo hosting, wishlist functionality |
| Unreal Engine | https://www.unrealengine.com | Game Engine | 3D game development, procedural generation, UI design |
| Wix | https://www.wix.com | Website Builder | Blog hosting, game promotion, free game distribution |
| Upwork | https://www.upwork.com | Freelance Platform | Hiring freelance artists, outsourcing game development tasks |
| Fiverr | https://www.fiverr.com | Freelance Platform | Hiring freelance artists, outsourcing game development tasks |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Lack of karma to post directly to subreddit
- Difficulty finding older megathreads
- Need for feedback and community support
- Challenges in game development (art, coding, UI)
Problems to Solve:
- Building community engagement
- Gaining visibility for indie games
- Finding freelance talent for game development
- Balancing game mechanics and challenge progression
Potential Solutions:
- Using megathreads for community interaction
- Building Steam pages early for game promotion
- Hiring freelance artists through platforms like Upwork and Fiverr
- Implementing procedural generation for varied game content
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building Steam pages early for game promotion
- Using procedural generation for varied game content
- Implementing multiple game modes for broader appeal
- Creating announcement trailers for game promotion
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Participating in Steam Next Fest for exposure
- Building community through Reddit megathreads
- Using wishlist functionality on Steam for early interest
Monetization & Product:
- Offering free demos to attract players
- Implementing multiple game modes for broader appeal
- Building Steam pages early for game promotion
User Engagement:
- Creating community spaces like Reddit megathreads
- Building Steam pages early for community interaction
- Participating in events like Steam Next Fest for community engagement