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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
The goal in Not That One! is simple. Spot the number, symbol, or letter that doesn’t belong before the timer buzzes! It sounds easy, but trust us, it’s way more challenging than it looks. As you progress, the puzzles get harder and longer. Also, if you take too long to answer your score automatically drops. So you have to be really quick. The quicker you are the higher you’ll be able to score in this game …
Two Buildbox creators just hit a major milestone—their games were featured on the App Store! From Vikas Pawar’s Tilt ‘n’ Tumble to AppSir Games’ Spooky Pixel Hero, our community is making waves in game development. Plus, exciting new games are on the horizon this February! Dive into the full update for all the details and inspiration to start your own gaming journey.
Are you ready to kickstart your game design journey? Before you get started working on your next big mobile hit or indie masterpiece, you should take some time to study the game design basics. These fundamentals will help set you up for success. Following them will make your game development process easier and much more fun. Game design at its core is a mix of creativity, problem-solving, and …
Are you looking for productivity hacks to help you tackle your next big game project? Game development is an exciting process, but let’s be honest—it can get a little chaotic. Between designing, coding, troubleshooting, and meeting deadlines, staying productive isn’t always easy. You’ve got killer ideas, but turning them into a finished game takes focus, time, and energy, sometimes more than you have. What if you could simplify …
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