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Create a Mobile Puzzle Game - Complete Project

Course Overview

Create a Mobile Puzzle Game - Complete Project

Transform your game development skills by building a complete mobile puzzle game from concept to app store launch. This comprehensive course takes you through every aspect of mobile game development, from initial concept to successful monetization.

What You'll Build

By the end of this course, you'll have created a fully functional mobile puzzle game with:

  • Engaging puzzle mechanics that keep players coming back
  • Monetization systems that generate revenue
  • Analytics integration for data-driven decisions
  • App store optimization for maximum visibility
  • Professional polish that stands out in the marketplace

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you'll be able to:

  • Design compelling puzzle mechanics that create addictive gameplay
  • Implement mobile-optimized controls and user interfaces
  • Integrate monetization systems including in-app purchases and ads
  • Set up analytics to track player behavior and optimize your game
  • Optimize for app stores and create compelling store listings
  • Launch and market your game for maximum success

Course Structure

This course is divided into 4 phases:

Phase 1: Project Planning & Setup (Lessons 1-3)

  • Mobile game concept and market research
  • Unity mobile project setup and optimization
  • Art pipeline for mobile games

Phase 2: Core Gameplay (Lessons 4-8)

  • Touch controls and mobile input
  • Puzzle mechanics and level design
  • Mobile UI/UX design and optimization

Phase 3: Monetization & Analytics (Lessons 9-12)

  • In-app purchases and monetization strategies
  • Analytics and user behavior tracking
  • App store optimization and beta testing

Phase 4: Launch & Growth (Lessons 13-16)

  • App store submission and approval
  • Marketing and user acquisition
  • Post-launch updates and business growth

Prerequisites

  • Basic Unity knowledge - familiarity with Unity interface and basic concepts
  • C# programming fundamentals - understanding of variables, functions, and basic programming concepts
  • Mobile development interest - enthusiasm for creating mobile games
  • No prior mobile game experience required - we'll teach you everything you need to know

Tools & Technologies

  • Unity 2022.3+ - Game engine and development environment
  • C# - Programming language for game logic
  • Mobile optimization tools - Performance and battery optimization
  • Analytics platforms - User behavior tracking and insights
  • App store platforms - iOS App Store and Google Play Store

Course Benefits

  • Real-world project - Build an actual game you can publish
  • Industry insights - Learn from successful mobile game developers
  • Portfolio piece - Add a completed mobile game to your portfolio
  • Revenue potential - Learn monetization strategies that actually work
  • Career advancement - Gain skills that are in high demand

Getting Started

Ready to build your first mobile puzzle game? Start with Lesson 1: Mobile Game Concept & Market Research and begin your journey to mobile game development success.

Why Mobile Puzzle Games?

Mobile puzzle games represent one of the most successful and accessible genres in the gaming industry. With millions of downloads and billions in revenue, puzzle games offer:

  • Low barrier to entry - Simple to learn, hard to master
  • Broad appeal - Attract players of all ages and skill levels
  • High retention - Players return daily for quick gaming sessions
  • Monetization potential - Multiple revenue streams and business models
  • Global reach - Universal appeal across cultures and languages

Success Stories

Some of the most successful mobile games are puzzle games:

  • Candy Crush Saga - Over 3 billion downloads
  • Tetris - One of the best-selling games of all time
  • 2048 - Simple concept, massive success
  • Monument Valley - Artistic puzzle game with critical acclaim

What Makes a Great Mobile Puzzle Game?

The best mobile puzzle games share common characteristics:

  • Easy to learn - Players understand the rules within seconds
  • Challenging to master - Progressive difficulty keeps players engaged
  • Quick sessions - Perfect for commuting, waiting, or short breaks
  • Visual appeal - Attractive graphics and smooth animations
  • Social features - Leaderboards, sharing, and competition
  • Monetization balance - Revenue without being intrusive

Course Lessons

Follow these lessons in order to complete the course

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Lesson 11: App Store Optimization

50 minutes unity mobile

Optimize your mobile puzzle game for app store discovery with compelling store listings, screenshots, keywords, and ASO strategies to maximize downloads and visibility

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Lesson 12: Beta Testing & Feedback

60 minutes unity mobile

Launch a beta version of your mobile puzzle game, collect valuable user feedback, and iterate on your design to ensure a polished and engaging final product before public release.

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Lesson 13: App Store Submission

75 minutes unity mobile

Prepare your mobile puzzle game for app store submission, navigate the review process, and successfully launch your game on iOS App Store and Google Play Store.

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Develop a comprehensive user acquisition strategy for your mobile puzzle game. Learn to implement social sharing, viral mechanics, and effective marketing campaigns to grow your player base.

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Learn how to keep players engaged after launch with regular content updates, live operations, seasonal events, and community-driven features. Build a sustainable post-launch strategy for your mobile puzzle game.

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Analyze business metrics, plan scaling strategies, and expand your mobile puzzle game into a sustainable business. Learn to grow revenue, build a team, and scale operations for long-term success.

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