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6 Game Design Patterns Every Designer Should Know

November 17, 2025

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Alex Mochi
Learn the five essential game design patterns every developer should master, and how these gamedev patterns turn good ideas into engaging, replayable games.

11 Game Dev Newsletters You Need to Follow

October 27, 2025

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Alex Mochi
Stay ahead of the industry with these 11 must-read game dev newsletters. From analytics and design insights to indie tips and business strategy.

A 7-Step Framework for Game Economy Design

October 20, 2025

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Alex Mochi
Learn a proven 7-step framework for game economy design: from defining purpose and mapping resources to live balancing and long-term maintenance. Keep your game economy engaging and sustainable.

How to Prototype Your Game

October 13, 2025

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Alex Mochi
Learn how to build effective game prototypes that validate your ideas fast. This guide breaks down how to prototype video games with purpose: keeping it quick, focused, and risk-free.

Top 8 Game Dev Discord Servers

October 9, 2025

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Alex Mochi
Game dev Discord servers have become essential for indie developers. Here’s how these communities help you stay motivated, get real feedback, and grow faster.

Will My Game Do Well? Indie Game Marketing Advice

October 6, 2025

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Alex Mochi
Wondering if your game will be successful? Learn how to choose a game concept with market fit, design with audience expectations in mind, and build indie game marketing into your process from day one.