Before You Build It: Validate Your Game Idea First

A lot of developers fall in love with a game idea before they ever test whether anyone else will care about it. In this week’s video, I talk about one of the most important questions every game creator needs to ask before committing months or years to a project: is this game idea actually worth making? The goal is not to kill your creativity. The goal is to protect your time, your energy, and your future as a developer by turning assumptions into evidence. In the video, I break down five questions that can help you evaluate your idea: Who is this game for? What should the player feel? What makes the idea noticeable? Can you build a small version first? Will people care when you show it online? For Patreon members, this is where we go deeper. I am using this post as a place to expand on the thinking behind the video and help you apply these questions to your own projects with more clarity. Attached, you will find a document with the most important takeaways Free training mentioned in this video If you are trying to build a serious path into game development while managing a job, family, and other responsibilities, I created a free training to help you understand the process and identify what may be holding you back. Watch the free Game Creator Accelerator training Want support building your own path into game development? The Game Creator Accelerator is my lifetime mentorship program for people who want to build a serious path into the gaming industry while continuing to manage their job, family, and other responsibilities. You receive ongoing guidance, weekly Q&A sessions, individual project reviews, accountability, and access to a community focused on helping you create stronger work, share your progress, and continue moving forward. If this episode connected with where you are right now, you can learn more about the program here: Learn more about the Game Creator Accelerator