Lumos provides game producers with actionable insights that help you make data-backed production decisions, justify feature inclusion or exclusion, and strategically align game mechanics with proven player interest. It’s about turning raw data into practical strategies to refine your game’s development.
Validating Feature Relevance:
Determine which features are gaining traction among players and identify those that align with your target audience.
Example: If your designers propose adding Deckbuilding mechanics, explore how well this feature has performed in similar genres and whether it resonates with your target personas.
Tip: Use the Feature Breakdown to analyze feature success rates, player engagement, and potential overlaps with existing mechanics.
Data-Backed Decisions for Designer Proposals:
When multiple designers present conflicting feature proposals, use Lumos data to assess the market impact of each feature.
Example: If one designer suggests adding Run and Gun and another proposes Tactical, compare how each mechanic has performed across successful games.
Tip: Reference the Game Breakdown to back up your decisions with concrete data, reducing friction between creative ideas.
Avoiding Common Mistakes:
Review how similar games implemented specific features and identify potential pitfalls to avoid.
Example: If another game attempted a Time Control mechanic but failed to retain players, analyze why it didn’t work and apply those lessons to your own game.
Tip: Use the Game Breakdown to study both successful and underperforming games and learn from their design decisions.
Assessing Feature Performance:
Compare feature performance across different game categories to determine which mechanics are emerging and which are saturated.
Example: Compare how Inventory Management perform in action games versus RPGs to determine where it has the most impact on player engagement.
Tip: Reference the Market Research section to assess feature saturation and identify potential market gaps.