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I changed my capsule and 10x my wishlists

r/IndieDev
5/26/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Steamhttps://store.steampowered.comGaming PlatformGame distribution, wishlist feature

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty in gaining visibility for indie games
  • Need for effective marketing strategies
  • Challenges in building a strong community

Problems to Solve:

  • Increasing game wishlists and pre-orders
  • Generating buzz and anticipation for game releases
  • Standing out in a crowded gaming market

Potential Solutions:

  • Creative marketing tactics and viral content
  • Leveraging social proof and community engagement
  • Using humor and controversy to generate attention

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Viral marketing through controversial or humorous content
  • Leveraging existing popular game references
  • Building anticipation through mystery and secrecy

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Using Reddit and social media for organic growth
  • Creating shareable content that encourages community participation
  • Building hype through limited information and mystery

Monetization & Product:

  • Focus on marketing and community building over game development
  • Using wishlist numbers as a growth metric
  • Creating a strong brand identity through unique marketing

User Engagement:

  • Encouraging community participation through humor and interaction
  • Building anticipation through mystery and secrecy
  • Creating shareable content that encourages organic growth