Choose Your Game Development Path
Three focused services designed to meet different game development needs and goals
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Each service is structured around specific goals and outcomes, providing clear value for different situations
Web-Based Arcade Games
Browser games that work instantly across devices without installation. Perfect for concept validation, marketing campaigns, or educational experiences.
Game Jam Production
Facilitated game creation events for team building and innovation. Includes theme design, technical support, mentorship, and prototype polish.
Investor Presentation Prototypes
Focused prototypes designed for investor meetings. Demonstrates game vision and market potential through interactive, playable experiences.
Choosing the Right Service
Understanding which service aligns with your goals helps ensure the right match
Consider Web-Based Games If:
- You need to validate a game concept before full development
- Your game serves educational or training purposes
- You want something for a marketing campaign
- Immediate accessibility across devices is important
- You need rapid iteration based on user feedback
Consider Game Jams If:
- You want to build team collaboration and creativity
- Your organization values innovation and experimentation
- You're planning team-building activities
- You want hands-on game development education
- Cross-department collaboration is a goal
Consider Investor Prototypes If:
- You're seeking investment for a game concept
- You need something tangible for investor meetings
- Visual demonstration would strengthen your pitch
- You want to communicate market potential effectively
- Timeline constraints require focused demonstration
Not Sure Which Service Fits?
We're happy to discuss your situation and help identify which approach aligns with your goals. Sometimes a combination of services makes sense, or you might discover a different path than initially imagined.
Let's Talk About Your ProjectService Comparison
Quick reference for comparing key aspects of each service
| Aspect | Web-Based Games | Game Jams | Investor Prototypes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investment | $4,100 USD | $2,400 USD | $3,700 USD |
| Timeline | 4-6 weeks | 24-48 hours event | 3-4 weeks |
| Primary Goal | Playable experience | Team collaboration | Investment pitch |
| Deliverable | Hosted game + code | Multiple prototypes | Polished demo |
| Typical Use Cases | Validation, education, marketing | Team building, innovation | Fundraising, pitching |
| Complexity Level | Medium to high | Variable per team | Focused scope |
| Follow-up Options | Full development | Prototype polish | Production version |
Why Work With Echoplex
What distinguishes our approach to focused game development
Clear Communication
We maintain transparent dialogue about scope, timeline, and feasibility throughout projects. You'll always understand where things stand and what to expect next.
Efficient Development
Our web-first approach and focused methodology deliver functional experiences faster than traditional game development without sacrificing quality where it matters.
Realistic Scope
We help identify what's truly necessary for your goals versus nice-to-have features. This focus prevents scope creep and keeps projects on timeline and budget.
Cross-Platform Reliability
Games work consistently across browsers and devices without platform-specific builds. This consistency reduces technical complexity and broadens accessibility.
Proven Experience
With 47 completed projects and 23 game jams facilitated, we understand what works in focused game development and what creates unnecessary challenges.
Flexible Engagement
We adapt our process to your specific needs rather than forcing projects into predefined packages. Each engagement is structured around actual requirements.
Ready to Explore Options?
Let's discuss your project goals and identify which service aligns with your needs. We can help clarify what's possible within your timeline and budget.
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