introduction

Introduction

Well, you might have thought it really does involve some rocket science to develop a web game. But the tools and resources available today make it pretty easy for any enthusiastic gamer to make that leap in terms of the game development and come up with something remarkably unique. Ever imagine creating a game so innovative and so only just ridiculous that it went viral? Well, this book is for you. Will take you through all the steps from choosing an idea to writing the code and putting it live on the Web, And scatter some personal stories to keep things as exciting as the game you’ll make!

Welcome to Building Your Online Game

What’s So Cool About Building Your Own Game?

Probably the most exciting thing about building your game is that there are very few creative bounds you cannot stretch. Odd, nonconformist ideas can be explored, and some really original project may occur. And the best part? Crazy, quirky games penetrate a crowded marketplace. Just consider Flappy Bird—a game so mindlessly simple yet so totally addictive that it took over the world.

Brainstorming Unique and “Crazy” Game Ideas

I still recall at game design when ideas used to come together. It’s very true that the first game was inspired by my dog! Running around in such crazy circles; I said, “Imagine you have to avoid obstacles just by running in endless circles?” Well, that eventually became a great fun idea that really hit well with pet lovers and casual gamers.

Select Game Development Tools and Software

Freeware vs. Paid Software Option

Review other games’ engines from other cost and competency level

•One of the most used platforms is Unity, good for 2D/3D games.

•Unreal Engine: It is grand on graphics, for daring games

•Godot: It is free and ideal for novice, good for 2D and simple 3D games.

Game Development Graphics and Audio Effects

Choices in Graphics and Art Style

Examples:

All indie games, such as Among Us or Undertale, have their own unique art.

Crazy games need bright or overdone graphics

Sound Effects and Music

No game is ever complete without its soundtrack. The music is chosen here that best suits your theme – the zany or suspenseful kind. Libretry sound sources such as Freesound.org are really a goldmine.

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Okay, let’s break each part of the guide down to make this all-inclusive step-by-step article helpful for you to get going with game development.

  Selecting the Right Game Concept

Concept phase: All things in building an ideally insane video game. This is where you are going to encounter the concept for something new which captures the people’s eye and makes people crave more. A viral game generally has an odd or outlandish concept which draws your eye directly to it. Here is how you can start with the concept phase:

• The strange and the strange mix:

Take two words that aren’t really cognates; they melt together-and you will come to discover you managed to devise the most brilliant game in the world. For example, come up with a way you’ll defend your ceramics from alien space shooters.

• Sometimes:

Be Random Simplicity with a dash of randomness is indeed the winning formula. Katamari Damacy, for instance, is a game where you roll objects into a ball collecting everything you see: very simple concept, but the execution made it a cult classic.

For brainstorming ideas, just write down anything that comes to mind-write down the ones that are too “out there.” Sometimes it is the ideas that are most divorced from reality that will end up being the most interesting and memorable games.

 Basics of Game Mechanics

Game mechanics are literally the skeleton of your game. This talk is all about how the players engage with your game and under what rule they play it. Another great game that should have such a good balance between simplicity and challenge make your game worthwhile without overwhelming the player.

1. Mission and Objectives:

The core of any game is an objective: complete missions, kill monsters, high score, whatever. Crazier games give you objectives that are ludicrous or funny sounding; it adds the fun component.

• Rews and Rewards:

Add rewards or points given out after finishing assigned tasks. Crazy rewards like weird power-ups or just funny bonuses add to that fun.

Grade Challenges:

It is a nice game if its grade challenges rise. You’d begin with something so you attract players, but in no time introduce some challenges to carry on for fun. He or she would not be interested if he or she feels entertained and thinks that he or she is making progress.

Game Development Tools and Software

As with everything, the game development software has become so effortless and open to beginner as well as professional game developers. Some of the most used include

Unity: one of the best game-making engines 2D and 3D, which contains a huge resource of asset packs and supports multiple platforms, ranging from mobile to starting to support console development as well.

• Unreal Engine:

For the graphics effects, though, the name more often comes to mind is Unreal Engine. It is better suited for games that require lots of graphics.

• Godot:

There is an open-source game engine from Godot which one can use for free and which is ideal for beginners. Godot is pretty great at making 2D games so it will probably be fine for most indie developers as a beginner game engine.

If you never made a game, just start with either Godot or Unity and their communities are pretty humongous with tons of tutorials.

Game Design:

Visually and Audiatively

Graphics and sounds give life to your game. Amazing gameplay coupled with dirt-designed graphics or audio will scare the players off soon. Graphics Tips:

•ONE STYLE:

Games can be “wild” and have really colorful, over-the-top fantasy imagery to reflect the mood of the play. Take a style you like—pixel art, minimalist, or cartoonish, for example—and run with it.

•AVALIABLE GRAPHICS tools include Photoshop, GIMP, and online options like Canva, so making simple yet effective graphics is relatively painless.

Audio Tips:

• Mood Music: If the game is light-hearted, a little bit crazy game, then you are to definitely find upbeat, catchy music in the game. Audio should be applied where they don’t break up the flow of the game.

• Comical Sound Effects:

At times the game is utterly crazy with regards to comical sounds. It might have jumps accompanied by that sound of a boing-like or exaggeration crash at collision. You get started creating sound effects free of cost can be downloaded from Freesound.org .

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Characters and Story Development

The characters and storyline behind the game make the players interested in your game. They tend to remember more since it gives depth to the game. Character Development:

• Colorful, “Crazy” Characters:

Create highly memorable and weirder characters. If you make it a cooking game, then perhaps the main character was a secret chef-superhero or maybe even an animal that talks and loves all kinds of crazy exotic dishes

Brainstorming Wacky Features to Make it Uniquely Yours

This is where the magic happens! Features that are going to make it different and memorable have to be what makes it crazy. How to make your game “crazy”:

Events at Random Intervals:

Adding events at random intervals can make your game crazier. For instance in an action game, the environment could shift randomly and make it harder.

•Plot Twists:

Alter the game engine in the middle level, alter control, and throw the obstacles at different places. That keeps the gamer on an edge and enjoys the game more.

 Monetization of Your Game

One can get money without asking for a toll from the gamer through different advertisement platforms used in games such as AdSense.

1.Advertisement Placement Strategy:

Place at the end of a natural break between the levels or after game over. This shall not disrupt flow.

• In-Game Purchase:

You can add items, customizations, or anything you need and make them accessible via in-game purchase

Building a Community for Your Game

A positive community is the recipe to long-run success. Social media and connection with the community are a must, along with answering feedback. Provide a Discord server where the fans can relate to one another and even share some of their tips.

Case Study: the Crazy Online Game Success Story

A Laugh that became Phenomenon for a Mad Reason-the “craziness” of that game was very much in attention.

FAQ

1. How to learn how to create games

Noob-friendly YouTube tutorials that point you to far more advanced ones

2. Can you even make a game without coding?

 Yes! There are lots of templates or models you can use, and the very useful/ powerful Game Engines allow you to do so visually.

Free is fine on Itch. io and Kongregate but if serious it’s on Steam

5.How long does it take to build an online game?

No Most indie games will take a few months up to a year, depending on the complexity involved

6. Do I make a mobile version of my game?

No Of Course! Most of the engines these days will let you publish your game on more than one platform, among which is mobile.

Conclusion

Making totally wild online games, sometimes is very exciting-it’s just creating something pretty crazy with your imagination and a little bit of technical skills. If you want to make it go viral or you just have a small passion for something really small, it takes you nearer in launching something quite unique with every step. So, let in the freaky parts in, take fun in the process, and voila! Your crazy idea may just be the next big thing in online gaming!