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After a year of solo learning + development, my game’s Steam page is finally live!
r/IndieDev
5/21/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unity | https://unity.com/ | Game Development Engine | Cross-platform game development, 3D/2D creation tools |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Learning game development from scratch
- Balancing learning with building
- Navigating Steam publishing process
Problems to Solve:
- Need for game development education resources
- Desire for community support during solo development
- Effective game marketing strategies
Potential Solutions:
- Structured learning paths for game development
- Online communities for indie developers
- Early access publishing strategies
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building community through Reddit engagement
- Sharing development journey publicly
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Publishing Steam page early to build anticipation
- Leveraging Reddit communities for organic promotion
Monetization & Product:
- Early access model for game development
- Building product-market fit through iterative development
User Engagement:
- Sharing milestones and progress updates
- Responding to community support and encouragement