10 Tips for Designing Multi-Platform Games

Platform Capabilities

Target Audience

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User Experience

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Graphics and Performance

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Input and Controls

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Multiplayer Support

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Localization

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Monetization

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Marketing and Promotion

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Maintenance and Support

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Platform Capabilities

Take into account the unique features and limitations of each platform, such as screen size, processing power, and control inputs.

Target Audience

Understand the demographics of your target audience across different platforms, including their preferred devices and playstyles.

User Experience

Prioritize user experience across all platforms, ensuring that the game is easy to understand and navigate for all users.

Graphics and Performance

Optimize graphics and performance to ensure the game runs smoothly on each platform, balancing quality with system requirements.

Input and Controls

Design controls that work seamlessly across different devices and platforms, considering the input methods available for each.

Multiplayer Support

Consider how multiplayer will work across different platforms, including cross-play and cross-progression.

Localization

Plan for localization across different platforms, ensuring that the game is accessible to players in different regions and languages.

Monetization

Choose the right monetization model for each platform, such as paid downloads, in-app purchases, or subscription services.

Marketing and Promotion

Develop a marketing and promotion strategy that targets users on each platform, using the right channels and messaging for each audience.

Maintenance and Support

Plan for ongoing maintenance and support for the game on each platform, including bug fixes, updates, and customer service.