Everyone says “pick a streamable genre” and chase what’s hot on Steam. I disagree. As indie devs (especially solo devs), genre should be the last thing on your mind. Make the game you want to play, scope it to your skill level, and you’ll build faster, have more fun, and actually finish. In this video I break down why “genre doesn’t matter,” how genres came after games, why chasing the latest hit is a trap, and a simple exercise to identify what’s genuinely fun for you as a player, then turn...
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Everyone says “pick a streamable genre” and chase what’s hot on Steam. I disagree. As indie devs (especially solo devs), genre should be the last thing on your mind. Make the game you want to play, scope it to your skill level, and you’ll build faster, have more fun, and actually finish. In this video I break down why “genre doesn’t matter,” how genres came after games, why chasing the latest hit is a trap, and a simple exercise to identify what’s genuinely fun for you as a player, then turn...
The Ultimate Game Dev System: Make & Publish Games Fast #8
Game Dev Trenches w/ Louis DeSimone
43 minutes
3 months ago
The Ultimate Game Dev System: Make & Publish Games Fast #8
If you're stuck in tutorial hell, overthinking every project, or just can't seem to finish a game — this episode is for you. I'm breaking down 13 raw, no-fluff tips from my own journey (and from coaching students) to help you build real skill, stay consistent, and actually get better at making games. This isn’t surface-level advice. These are the truths most devs won’t tell you — the hard lessons that separate the dabblers from the finishers. 📌 Whether you're just starting out or trying to le...
Game Dev Trenches w/ Louis DeSimone
Everyone says “pick a streamable genre” and chase what’s hot on Steam. I disagree. As indie devs (especially solo devs), genre should be the last thing on your mind. Make the game you want to play, scope it to your skill level, and you’ll build faster, have more fun, and actually finish. In this video I break down why “genre doesn’t matter,” how genres came after games, why chasing the latest hit is a trap, and a simple exercise to identify what’s genuinely fun for you as a player, then turn...
