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After months of hard work, our firefighting sim just hit 30,000 wishlists on Steam! You can battle huge wildfires solo or in co-op, here’s what it looks like so far 👇

r/IndieDev
5/24/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Steamhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2915770/Rescue_Ops_Wildfire/Game Distribution PlatformDigital game distribution, wishlist feature, community engagement

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Desire for realistic firefighting simulation
  • Need for engaging co-op gameplay
  • Interest in large-scale dynamic fire behavior

Problems to Solve:

  • Creating authentic firefighting experience
  • Developing large-scale fire simulation
  • Implementing realistic vehicle operations

Potential Solutions:

  • Collaborating with real-world firefighters
  • Building dynamic fire behavior system
  • Creating multiplayer co-op mode

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Building community through Steam wishlists
  • Engaging with real-world experts for authenticity

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Leveraging Steam platform for visibility
  • Creating engaging trailers and gameplay footage

Monetization & Product:

  • Developing feature-rich simulation game
  • Building authentic gameplay through expert collaboration

User Engagement:

  • Encouraging wishlists and pre-orders
  • Showcasing gameplay progress to maintain interest