Buildbox Update: Android SDK Level 35 Now Supported

By | Buildbox

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 …

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Meet Quvy: The Tool That Tells You Which Game Ad Will Win Before You Launch

By | Buildbox, Game Marketing

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 …

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Buildbox Community News: Big Wins and Bigger Things Coming

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

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 …

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Buildbox Game Spotlight: Drive, Not Dive

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

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 ….

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Buildbox Named Finalist for Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2025

By | Buildbox

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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Is This Yours?

Buildbox Game Spotlight: Is This Yours?

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

Do you know what the most chaotic job on Earth is? Turns out, it’s running the lost and found counter. In Is This Yours? the latest release from Tepes Ovidiu, players are thrown into the hilarious world of lost and found. You’re tasked with matching each bizarre item with its rightful owner as fast as you possibly can without missing a beat. The boss is watching you. The quicker you return the lost goods …

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The Merge Poppers

Buildbox Game Spotlight: The Merge Poppers

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

In The Merge Poppers, you’ll drag, drop, and merge identical objects to create new surprises. With over 12 unique items to discover, each merge feels like a little win and will have you looking forward to the next. But it’s not just about merging; the game keeps you on your toes with power-ups like Invisibility, Shields, Bonus Points, Potion, and Shake Box, each adding …

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10 Game Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

By | Game Dev Tips

Game design mistakes can ruin even the best ideas, so let’s talk about how to avoid them. Whether you’re designing solo, working with a team, or using a no-code platform like Buildbox, you already know that creating a fun, polished, and playable game takes more than just a good concept. Without a solid foundation, things can go sideways fast. That’s where smart game design and …

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Buildbox Game Spotlight: Letter Drop!

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In Letter Drop!, letters fall from the top of the screen, and your task is to form as many words as possible before time runs out. Longer words yield higher points, encouraging players to think strategically and expand their vocabulary. The game has four different levels to play, and things get trickier in Intermediate and Expert mode as letters start dropping faster while the timer ticks down, so you’ve got …

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Your Game Idea Has Potential – Turn It Into Reality With Buildbox

By | Buildbox

Have you ever had a game idea that you just knew could be amazing? Maybe it’s something simple and fun, or perhaps it’s an epic adventure waiting to be played. But then reality hits – you don’t know how to code, and design skills feel like something only professionals have. Well, here’s the good news: With Buildbox, turning your game idea into a reality is easier than you think. In fact, over 200 creators …

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