Do you want to improve your game, but are not sure where to start? Game development can feel overwhelming when every improvement seems tied to a complete overhaul. But here’s the good news: sometimes the smallest tweaks make the biggest difference. You don’t need to rebuild your entire project to make your game feel smoother, more polished, and more fun to play. You just need to focus your …
The Buildbox community has been on fire this month. As we get closer to the end of the year, creators are still putting out incredible games, and the app stores are taking notice. From major features to exciting upcoming releases, there’s a lot to celebrate. Let’s take a look at what our community has been up to. A huge congratulations to Ovidiu Țepeș! His beautifully crafted game Eco Power Towns …
From the moment a wobbly UFO drops your character into the world, BounceVoid pulls you in with simple, smooth gameplay and catchy beats. You’ll jump across platforms, grab coins, and avoid traps in a fun universe that’s all about timing and rhythm. Each world in BounceVoid has its own look and rhythm. In Cos-Vibe, you’ll jump through drifting clouds and passing planes while smart …
In this guide you’ll learn why prototyping matters, how to uncover the heart of your game, and how to use Buildbox to get a working version ready fast. Prototyping is like a safety net in game design. It gives you the chance to test your idea before committing time and energy to building out features, levels, or art. Think of it like sketching an outline before writing a novel, you want to make sure the structure …
This week’s spotlight is on Eco Power Town by Tepes Ovidiu. It’s a cozy puzzle game all about powering up a tiny town, sustainably. Built with Buildbox, it’s a thoughtful strategy experience where every placement matters. And players are definitely noticing. Eco Power Town is currently sitting at #9 in the Puzzle category on the US App Store. Let’s take a closer look at why this eco-friendly puzzler is climbing the …
We’ve rolled out updates to Buildbox Classic, Buildbox 3, and Buildbox 4 that bring full support for Android Target API Level 35, meeting Google Play’s August 2025 requirement. This means your games will remain fully compliant with the latest Play Store policies. This update also ensures 16KB page size compliance, a requirement coming in November 2025. By addressing both of these changes now, you can continue developing …
You’ve built something awesome in Buildbox. Now it’s time to launch. But here’s the truth: Most great games don’t fail because of the game itself. They fail because no one ever saw the ad. If you’ve ever uploaded a trailer, hit “publish,” and hoped it would work, you’re not alone. But hope isn’t a strategy. And testing ads after you’ve already paid to run them? That gets expensive fast …
July has been an incredible month for Buildbox and our amazing game dev community. From major app store features to industry recognition, we’ve seen some big wins, and there’s even more on the horizon. Whether you’re already building with us or just getting started, this is a moment to celebrate what we’ve accomplished together. Let’s give a huge round of applause to Buildbox creator …
In Drive, Not Dive, your goal is to keep your car balanced on a tilting plank by tapping left or right. One wrong move and your car goes flying into the void before the timer runs out. It’s game over. The longer you stay on, the higher your score climbs. Along the way, mischievous coins appear, and grabbing them triggers surprise effects. You might get a breather with frozen time or find yourself ….
We’ve got exciting news to share. Buildbox is officially a finalist in the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2025 for Best Game Engine / Creation Platform! This nomination means a lot to us. It’s a recognition of the time, effort, and creativity that’s gone into making Buildbox one of the most accessible and powerful tools for game creation, no coding required. Whether you’re a hobbyist, indie developer, or building your first mobile …
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