Game Dev Secrets: How To Make A Hit Game

Want to learn how to make a hit game? This video from Buildbox founder, Trey Smith (who has more than 65 million downloads of his games) discusses in detail the game dev secrets we use to crush it.

You'll learn how to reverse engineer hit games, do the right type of game marketing, how to make a game people want, packaging it together perfectly, launch hacks, and more.

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[JamesArndt]

This is outstanding information. I have literally spent years working on some games that I now realize there might be zero demand for. I made them to learn from and because their subjects interested me...but I didn't build for the consumer. I want to continue working in game development and be in business for myself and I think this is a good place to start. Thank you again for sharing this.

[GetMeCoding]

I really like how you talk about digging into the numbers, researching topics, talking about passion, and creating. For some of us, we know exactly what you mean. Many more need to hear it and understand persistence is key. Thanks for posting this!

[owomio]

By far the best channel I came accross that teaches you how to make great games! You always give valuable insights!

[jamiecorkhill]

When making a blog, what stops others from taking your ideas? Also, how much money does a publisher generally take out of your revenue, and what stops the publisher themselves from stealing your ideas, such as in the controversy surrounding Ketchap?

[inouvatedesign]

There is valuable information in this video. The downside of getting your game out there for the world to see is that there are people waiting to rip off your game. It happens way to often lately and there is nothing you can do about it. Only thing you can do is post-development marketing and maybe some teaser of your game for a bit of hype.

[gabriellabaglia]

A very important point you brought up was that when creating a game or animation, or anything, you have to absolutely love what you do because other people will feel that energy and much success happens, this is a great video I have been enjoying the content and enthusiasm that you have! You have to feel good and and have fun that is key to making games, thank you :D

[ai-academy_net]

Oh man, that's so good research and information. Please continue!

[Longielong]

This is a great video. Everything here is subtle and easy to research, but never occurs to s lot of devs. Really insightful.

[ApocTheLegend]

cant believe yall were the ones who made phases, i love that game

[futureartist]

Thank you very much for all the valuable information in this video and the other videos. You saved me a lot of time and effort.

[tonyfisher]

Thanks Trey! Great info on reverse engineering.
I think placing emphasis on marketing will push people to refine and improve quality as opposed to becoming Game mills to generate cash on flippa sales.

[delistacks]

Thank you Trey. Your content is very valuable and you explain things in a way that keeps it interesting!

[Nirajkumar-nwdm]

Thanks for sharing this, I've learned a lot.

[tosvus]

Good video, but I would argue that going after a niche is not necessarily a bad thing - as there might be less competition (if you pick the right niche!)

[inifnityroach]

Thanks troy, 'Joe Returns' is sure to enjoy these tips, Friday will be launched crowdfounding!

[pixelmaskgames]

Hi,
Can a new game only on Android get better downloads? With my current setup I am not able to release on iOS platforms.
Do you think a release on iOS has any influence on the promotional side where people talking about it on popular websites drives downloads to Android? Does Android have a stand-alone chance?

[ZeliWipin]

Thank you for this video, you know a lot are really honest and give a lot of values to the viewer

[chdelirium]

Anymore tips? :)

Edit : and btw how ya put games on AppStore?

[tul]

i love your videos man even though i don't have build box subscription

[coreyspeedmode]

I have game idea, that are based off combining 2 hit games, maybe more if you ask I'll tell you the combo