The Psychology of Game Design: How to Keep Players Engaged

By | Buildbox, Game Dev Tips

Now, onto the juicy part—making games that players can’t put down. It’s all about the challenges and rewards. Mix up the difficulty levels to cater to casual players and those looking for a real challenge. And rewards? They don’t always have to be big. Sometimes, a simple “Well done!” can keep players hooked. Remember, feedback loops are your best friend here, providing that constant nudge for players to …

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Bit of the Week: Gravity Dreams

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

Gravity Dreams by Lemon and Lime Studio is a must-play for action puzzle lovers. This game is seriously fun! It’s got a super simple but totally addictive objective: you’ve only got 30 seconds to zoom to the finish line in your mini rocket. Sounds like a piece of cake, right? Well, think again! The trick is… you have to push your rocket forward by shooting and grabbing those colorful balls scattered all over the …

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Bit of the Week: Cannon Crush

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

Cannon Crush by Snozzberry is a unique twist on the classic bowling game. Instead of the traditional approach, you are armed with a cannon loaded with bowling balls and set on an adventure to knock down giant pins on a distant island cliff. This refreshing twist adds a lot of fun and excitement to the game. You have ten shots in Cannon Crush to knock down all ten pins. Each successful hit earns you a …

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Super Mero

Bit of the Week: Super Mero

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

Developed by Yuser, Super Mero Fun Run is a 2D adventure platformer where players step into the boots of mighty Mero. Each level is filled with obstacles and enemies, including menacing monsters and robots, tricky traps, and lava pits. But fear not! Mero is equipped with a powerful double jump and speed to help him stay alive. Along the way, you’ll collect tasty burgers for points and energy during battle …

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Pipunka the Jumper

Bit of the Week: Pipunka The Jumper

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

Pipunka the Jumper, developed by BlueBeardStudio9 and available to play in Buildbox World, is a fun 3D adventure set in a mysterious forest filled with dangerous creatures. In this new Bit, players get to help Pipunka, a cute jumping hero, on a thrilling quest to rescue her lost and trapped yellow buddies. Navigate through wasp-infested forests, explore hidden caves and lakes, ride into mines, and …

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Buildbox Game Spotlight: Trial by Trivia

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

This week’s game spotlight is a super fun trivia game called Trial by Trivia by Vikas Pawar. Built using Buildbox, it’ll test your knowledge across a wide range of topics, like geography, sports, and even video games! Trial by Trivia is already making waves in the Trivia Games category on the app store, ranking in the Top 100. In Vikas Pawar’s Trial by Trivia, players are presented with a card …

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The Love for Game Dev Sale is Here!

By | Buildbox

As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s not just love in the air but also the spirit of creation and innovation, especially for game developers worldwide. This season, we’re excited to announce our “Love for Game Dev” Sale, celebrating the passion and dedication of game creators by offering an incredible 50% off all Buildbox plans until February 13th. At Buildbox, we understand that game development …

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Buildbox Game Spotlight: Swipe Challenge

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

Are you ready for the challenge? In Tap Men Games’ Swipe Challenge, players must skillfully swipe a ruler to remove a stack of colored chips while being careful not to topple a glass bottle placed on top. Similar to the once-viral bottle flip challenge, the Swipe Challenge puts your skills to the ultimate test. Utilizing speed and strategy, every move or ‘swipe’ will bring you closer to a victory or defeat. If …

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StoryGames AI Bit Roundup: Best Visual Novel Games of the Week

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

This week, we’re rounding up the Top 8 StoryGames AI Bits (visual novel or choose-your-own-path games) created by the community using the StoryGames AI tool. In the visual novel game Rise of the Cardmaster, you play as a novice card collector who discovers a rare card and captures the attention of a secret society of elite card collectors who extend an invitation to a high-stakes tournament …

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Buildbox Game Spotlight: Squewe Run

By | Buildbox, Game Showcase

If you’re in the mood for a game that’s super easy to pick up but hard to put down, Squewe Run by TapMen Games and Squewe might just be your next mobile gaming obsession. This endless runner game takes the classic genre to new heights by merging popular viral characters into a one-of-a-kind race. The objective is straightforward – collect Squewe coins and dodge obstacles – but it’s the …

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