App of the week

Game Dev Story + is an interesting simulation game available on Apple Arcade in which we run a video game development studio. From the management position our decisions will directly influence the path followed by the company and in the degree of success it will achieve. A most curious game which, in an extremely simplified way, brings us closer to what a company of this type represents.

A game on how to develop games

In terms of interface, the game has a very simple design. With a pixelated style reminiscent of the development of the first games. As for controls are simplified in a menu

which allows us to access the section of Development where we can produce new games, fulfill contracts to make easy money, produce sequels to a game that has achieved a good level of fame, and even build our own console.

From this same menu, we can manage our staff. The main options here, in addition to hiring and firing staff, are through training and upgrading. High-level employees earn skill points that translate to better games, although they will charge a higher salary.

In the menu, we can see information about the market, the popularity of the console, the number of fans and other variables on which to base our decisions. In this menu we can, finally, advertise our business or use certain materials to improve certain features of the game we produce.

In a normal week our secretary, who guides the dynamics of the entire application, offers us to negotiate licenses for an SDK for a certain console, invites us to participate in Gamedex, where we can present our latest titles, and supervises the different phases of the current project. From graphic design to soundtrack or bug fixing, we will need to allocate resources, prioritize projects and choose the ideal employees for each task.

The ultimate objective of the game is to maintain a successive development of video games of different themes. the virtuous circle that we must create

These are good games that attract new fans and a good number of fans who buy the game so that we have the money to pay the salaries and hire professionals who can improve the game we are developing.

Saving the huge distances and simplification that make Game Dev Story + a game and not a true management of a video game design startup, the truth is that we can see the dynamics that move a study of development. From hiring a diverse workforce and training their skills to announcing the business before it launches, the strategy we follow will determine the future of the business.

Game Dev Story + is one of the many apps coming to Apple Arcade lately. Classic apps that once had a significant impact and now return to the Apple Arcade catalog for free, with no purchases or ads. A great way to enjoy these games.