Is it possible to make money by creating ideas? Why not? For many, this may sound like the realization of a childhood dream. Before starting to implement something like this, to become a game developer, it is worth considering what exactly this profession is and what to pay attention to when doing what you plan to do.
Who is that game developer? It is about a person capable of bringing to life an entire game universe. To provide an opportunity for a new life that will make its way along the board. The main thing here is not to confuse board games with those we play on a PC. Some may say that no one likes such games today. But this is fundamentally not true. Perhaps, in Ukraine, such a pastime is not as popular as it can be abroad. In other countries, entire clubs are created where like-minded people gather.
In Ukraine, you can also make good money if you become a game developer. And for now, let's consider the development concept itself. Where to start, what to pay attention to, etc.
Creating a board game - where to start?
The process of creating a new board game is fun and creative entertainment for yourself and others. In addition, it is a great way to earn money, in the case of game development and promotion. And in order to achieve the set goal, several steps are presented that will help create entertainment of your own production. These steps are as follows:
- The first step in creating your own board game is to come up with a concept. That is, think about a topic or idea that you would like to explore. That is, the board game being developed should have its own purpose. Tasks are intended for players, a set of rules. It is important to think through different ideas, consider what type of game you plan to create;
- Once the concept is ready, it's time to create the board. Think carefully about the type of board you want to get as a result. There are rules about whether this same board will fit into the theme of the game. Various colors, symbols, and illustrations can be used for this purpose. The board should be visually attractive, this is the main rule. Otherwise, such a board and game will not have popularity and demand;
- The next step will be the development of figurines. In this case, it can be playing cards, dice, tokens or specific figurines. You can consider the type of figurines that will be needed in such a situation. To what extent are they able to fit into the general mood of the game? Figures can be developed independently or simply bought at a local handicraft store or ordered online;
- The key element is writing the rules. The developer must explain how it all works, what the point is. What is the theme of this game. How they win and lose here. But here it is very important that the rules do not overload the player. Be clear and concise, players don't have to spend hours trying to figure out how to play a board game. Everything should be simple and concise;
- The final stage is game testing. This is a mandatory rule before releasing the game for sale. The most optimal way is to gather friends, family members, even strangers, if there is such an opportunity. Ask them to play the game, pay attention to the details, tell them what they think about it all. Perhaps these people will tell what they are missing and these changes can be made in the process.
Creating your own entertainment will be quite a fruitful and effective experience. By showing creativity and hard work, you can create a really exciting entertainment that you and other users can enjoy. And again, you should not forget about the possibility of getting a good income on this game.
How to sell products?
Here you have developed a board game that was appreciated by friends, acquaintances and even those who played it by accident. Let's move on to the opportunity earnings, because this article considers just such a possibility. When with the help of such entertainment, you can not only have an interesting time, but also make a profit.
First of all, to start selling such a product, you need to know perfectly what you are offering to users. Any question raised by the buyer must be addressed. In this case, if you did the development yourself, there should be no problems.
Before launching a game for sale, it is important to study the niche in which you are going to sell as carefully as possible. It is necessary to study competitors, suppliers, take into account seasonality, features of different sales channels. From all this, form your mission, set a goal, take certain steps to achieve it.
- Many may think that board games are products for children. Therefore, they should be sold in children's stores. But it is not quite so. By the way, this culture is just developing in Ukraine, so the potential and possibilities of such products are often underestimated;
- Thanks to the modern variety of different mechanics and games created on their basis, they can surprise not only children, but also adults. Since the market is developing very dynamically, there are more and more such products every day. Therefore, no one prevents you from occupying your niche, developing in the game direction.
Want to sell the game yourself? Then, after choosing a niche, you need to register a private entrepreneur. This is a great opportunity to work from home. It is enough to buy the first two racks intended for games. Demonstrate the product, talk about yourself in social networks. It's great if your friends have more experienced businessmen who can support you, help you decide on the first step, and keep you from unnecessary expenses.
Approximately how much can you earn from development?
Returning to the topic of earnings, the question arises: how much can you earn from the development of such content? The general answer is this: it all depends on how well the game sells. The greater the demand for the game, the more profit you can make.