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Posting this here for those that might be interested, let me know what you think!
r/IndieDev
6/27/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| [No specific SaaS tools mentioned] | N/A | N/A | N/A |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty in tracking enemies after they emerge from hiding due to visual similarity with background
- Lack of programming skills preventing full game development
- Challenges in marketing and promoting asset packs
Problems to Solve:
- Creating visually distinct enemy designs for better gameplay visibility
- Developing complete games despite limited programming expertise
- Gaining visibility and traction for indie asset packs
Potential Solutions:
- Modifying enemy sprites to have contrasting colors when visible
- Focusing on specialized asset packs (e.g., enemy sprites) based on user interest
- Seeking direct user feedback to improve products
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Regular content updates (weekly/bi-weekly)
- Specializing in high-demand product areas based on user feedback
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Sharing products in relevant communities (e.g., r/IndieDev)
- Publishing on distribution platforms (e.g., itch.io)
Monetization & Product:
- Offering asset packs for specific game genres
- Considering pivot to specialized assets based on user interest
User Engagement:
- Actively soliciting and implementing user feedback
- Maintaining developer logs to communicate update plans
- Engaging directly with users in comment discussions