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How to Pick a Simple Game Idea for Fast Execution

A simple game idea should be:
✅ Easy to Develop (1-3 months max)
✅ Fun & Engaging (addictive mechanics)
✅ Low Scope (minimal assets & mechanics)
✅ Marketable (easy to showcase & test)

Step-by-Step Process to Pick the Right Game Idea

1. Choose a Core Mechanic (1-2 mechanics only)

Tapping (Mobile): Flappy Bird, Crossy Road.
Swipe/Drag (Mobile): 2048, Fruit Ninja.
Platformer (PC/Console): Geometry Dash, Jump King.
Puzzle (Mobile & PC): Match-3, Sokoban-style games.
Roguelike (PC/Console): Small dungeon crawler.

2. Keep the Scope Small (No Complex Features)

✅ Yes: One character, one environment, simple UI.
❌ No: Multiple characters, multiplayer, deep story.
Example: Instead of an open-world survival game, make a 1-screen survival wave-based game.

3. Pick a Theme & Art Style (Fast to Create)

Minimalist Art: Stick figures, neon-style (like "Superhot").
Pixel Art: Fast to make, retro appeal.
Low-Poly 3D: Good for Unity/Unreal.

4. Set a Development Timeline (1-3 Months)

Week 1-2: Prototype the core gameplay loop.
Week 3-5: Add UI, animations, polish.
Week 6-8: Test, optimize, and launch.

Example Game Ideas for Fast Execution

Game Type	Example	Why It's Fast?
Endless Runner	A character running, dodging obstacles	Simple mechanics, repeatable gameplay.
Tapping Game	Clicker game with upgrades (like Cookie Clicker)	No complex physics, quick to make.
Single-Screen Platformer	Jumping on moving platforms	No level design, just obstacles.
Hyper-Casual Puzzle	Drag shapes to fit into a pattern (Tetris-style)	Simple logic, easy to code.
One-Button Fighting Game	Time your hit with one tap	No complex controls, fun for mobile.

Next Steps

Pick one of these ideas.
Decide on your engine (Unity, Godot, etc.).
Create a basic prototype in 2 weeks.
Playtest, refine, and launch fast! 🚀

Let me know which type interests you, and I can help refine the idea further!

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