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Overview

Starcade: Digital Arcade is a mobile game that brings the excitement of classic arcade games into one digital platform. Designed as a collection of fast-paced, retro-inspired mini-games, it delivers short-session gameplay, high replayability, and a nostalgic arcade feel—modernized for mobile users. The game features a central hub, multiple game genres, and a reward system to keep players engaged across sessions.

Design Brief

  • Develop short, addictive arcade-style mini-games across various genres.
  • Design a central hub where players can access games, track scores, and earn rewards.
  • Implement a token-based progression system, random rewards mechanics, and unlockable cosmetics.
  • Designed unique mini-games (e.g., shooter, endless runner, rhythm, platformer, puzzle).
  • Ensured each game had simple controls, random/surprise factor and difficulty, and leaderboard support.
  • Unified scoring and rewards with a shared token economy across all games.
 

Result

  • Used by partners and brands as part of digital campaigns and event activations.
  • Fostered a growing community of competitive players through leaderboards and timed challenges.
  • 4.6/5 Google play review
 

Roles in the Project

  • Led all aspects of game design
  • Designed the meta-progression and in-game economy (token system, gacha, unlockables).
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (art, audio, dev) to unify design, tone, and user experience.
 
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