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Have you ever dreamed of creating your own video game but didn't know where to start? Whether you're a complete beginner, a student with big ideas, or a gamer who's always wanted to build something of your own, this guide shows you exactly how to turn your first idea into a finished indie title-without needing prior coding experience. This book gives you the roadmap every new developer wishes they had: simple steps, beginner-friendly tools, and practical advice that removes the guesswork and keeps you moving forward. What You'll Learn Inside this clear, motivating guide, you'll discover how to: - Turn a simple idea into a playable concept Develop game ideas the right way-focused, achievable, and fun. - Build prototypes using easy, beginner-friendly engines Learn Godot, Unity, Construct, and GameMaker through practical workflows. - Design gameplay that feels good and keeps players coming back Master core loops, level design, pacing, and player feedback. - Create art, sound, UI, and animations using free tools Aseprite, Blender, Krita, Audacity, Figma, and more. - Test, refine, and prepare your game for real players Playtesting strategies, iteration cycles, and common beginner pitfalls. - Publish and market your first indie game successfully Learn how to build a store page, prepare a trailer, structure your launch, and reach your audience. Includes Helpful Bonus Resources To make your journey easier, this guide includes: A print-ready GDD template A prototype planning sheet A budget example for low-cost indie projects A launch day checklist A glossary of essential game-dev terms Updated (2025) tool recommendations for every step Everything you need in one beginner-friendly blueprint. Who This Book Is For Perfect for: Absolute beginners Teen & adult hobbyists Solo creators Students learning game design Godot/Unity newcomers Anyone who wants to finish their first real ga Why ThisBook Works This is not a technical manual-it's a practical, motivational guide written to help you start and finish your game. You'll get real strategies to stay focused, manage scope, avoid burnout, and build confidence as you progress. By the final chapter, you'll know exactly how to go from idea → prototype → playtest → launch.

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