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Exactly 4 years ago, I wrote the first line of code for our game and I decided to make a quick video of how it changed since then.
r/IndieDev
7/1/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | https://store.steampowered.com/app/2073910/A_Webbing_Journey/ | Game Distribution Platform | Early Access release, free demo available |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Arachnophobia (fear of spiders) preventing some players from trying the game
- Long development time for first-time game developers
- Lack of clear direction during early development stages
Problems to Solve:
- Making spider-based game accessible to arachnophobic players
- Accelerating development process for indie games
- Establishing clear project direction
Potential Solutions:
- Customizable character appearance (e.g., turning spider into fluffy ball)
- Learning from development mistakes and sharing experiences
- Pivoting game design based on player feedback (e.g., switching to house levels) |
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Early Access release model for iterative development
- Offering free demo to lower barrier to entry
- Showcasing development journey for community engagement
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging Reddit for organic promotion and community building
- Sharing development progress videos to generate interest
- Utilizing Steam platform for distribution and visibility
Monetization & Product:
- Early Access pricing model with planned full release
- Physics-based gameplay as key feature
- Character customization to broaden audience appeal
User Engagement:
- Active developer responses to comments and feedback
- Sharing nostalgic development milestones
- Addressing specific player concerns (e.g., arachnophobia solutions) |