In Game Dev Tycoon, transitioning from small to medium games is crucial for success. Medium games offer a balance between complexity and market appeal, requiring more resources than small games but being less risky than large ones.
Experimentation with different genres and mechanics is key to finding your niche, with iterative improvement and learning from failure essential parts of the process.
Timing your release for peak seasons can maximize visibility. Gaming industry veteran John Doe advises starting small and thinking big, investing in learning the ropes with smaller games before venturing into medium-sized projects.
Real-life examples like Minecraft demonstrate the potential for medium games to become global phenomena with the right strategy.
