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SubSpace: Sol Wars

r/IndieDev
6/27/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Node.jshttps://nodejs.org/Runtime EnvironmentJavaScript runtime for building server-side applications
Yarnhttps://yarnpkg.com/Package ManagerFast, reliable dependency management

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Lack of funding for VPS hosting prevents public deployment

Problems to Solve:

  • Need for affordable hosting solution for open-source game servers

Potential Solutions:

  • Self-hosting via open-source code
  • Community-driven server hosting

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Open-source distribution to encourage community adoption

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Leveraging nostalgia for classic games (Subspace/Subspace Continuum)
  • Showcasing project via YouTube trailer

Monetization & Product:

  • No direct monetization mentioned; focus on community building

User Engagement:

  • Nostalgia-driven community engagement
  • Open-source contribution model