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Dealing with taxes and accusations in our alchemic sim card game - would love your feedback!
r/IndieDev
5/29/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | https://store.steampowered.com/app/2915380/Ways_of_Alchemy/ | Game Distribution Platform | Steam Wishlist, Demo Availability, Social Campaign Tracking |
| Discord | https://discord.gg/wjV9aDd9 | Community Platform | Real-time Communication, Alchemy/Card Game Discussion, Indie Development Community |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Balancing player freedom with meaningful consequences
- Creating engaging reputation systems
- Designing effective law enforcement NPCs
Problems to Solve:
- Preventing player frustration with restrictive systems
- Maintaining game balance while allowing player choice
- Creating immersive reactive worlds
Potential Solutions:
- Implementing dual morality systems
- Using escalating consequences for player actions
- Integrating reputation systems with gameplay mechanics
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building engaged communities through platforms like Discord
- Leveraging Steam's wishlist and demo features
- Creating social campaigns with trackable links
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Using Reddit for developer community engagement
- Providing demos for early access and feedback
- Building wishlists to gauge interest
Monetization & Product:
- Implementing dual morality systems for deeper gameplay
- Creating reactive worlds through integrated mechanics
- Balancing player freedom with meaningful consequences
User Engagement:
- Encouraging community discussion through Discord
- Providing regular updates and improvements
- Creating immersive gameplay experiences