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So... I accidentally made a game about a flippin' brick phone. Do you have any suggestions what cool features I could add?
r/IndieDev
6/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3826670/ | Game Distribution | Platform for game publishing and sales |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Lack of engaging mechanics in the core gameplay
- Need for more personality and humor in the game
- Desire for nostalgic elements related to classic phones
Problems to Solve:
- How to make the phone character more interactive and fun
- How to incorporate classic phone features into gameplay
- How to add replay value through unlockables and minigames
Potential Solutions:
- Add phone vibration mechanics for chaos and unpredictability
- Implement classic games like Snake, Bounce, and Space Impact as minigames
- Include story elements through text messages and voicemails
- Add phone customization options (cases, ringtones, wallpapers)
- Create levels themed around phone hazards (water, toilets, charging stations)
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Leveraging nostalgia and humor to create viral appeal
- Incorporating community suggestions into development
- Targeting streamers for increased visibility
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Using Reddit for community feedback and hype building
- Implementing Twitch integration for audience interaction during streams
- Creating shareable moments (e.g., phone dancing, destruction physics) for social media
Monetization & Product:
- Potential for in-game currency system for cosmetic unlocks
- Adding replay value through multiple phone models with different abilities
- Ensuring product-market fit by focusing on meme-worthy physics and nostalgia
User Engagement:
- Actively responding to community suggestions on Reddit
- Planning developer-to-player messaging system for live interactions
- Encouraging user-generated content through customization options