[skysnap]

So I have this idea of an game and want to know if people buy games from android store. Not that I want to create something like DOTA or so. But I have idea for games for kids.

Do you think people purchase games on android or google play store?

[darrensurrey]

I do... but I tend to play free games with IAPs... however I don't ever purchase IAPs!

I know the hardcore android gamers on reddit are happy to buy games upfront though and hate IAP games especially ones with "pay to win" functionality.

[WorkAtHomeGal]

Once I did buy a game off the Google store for 2.99. It was kind of a silly game that I no longer play. I go for free games now. But to be honest as far as phone games go I don't enjoy them like a console or PC game.

[kataomoi]

I don't buy games on my Android. Personally, I don't like playing games on my phone. I prefer to use my computer. I've purchased games before from the Windows store, but not from the play store.

[darrensurrey]

Once I did buy a game off the Google store for 2.99. It was kind of a silly game that I no longer play. I go for free games now. But to be honest as far as phone games go I don't enjoy them like a console or PC game.

I agree. They seem to be less substantial and don't feel like they're worth the money, which is a shame given the amount of work that goes into some games. Still, many people love them so if you have a good idea for a game, OPer, then go ahead.

[Sam]

I purchase apps but not android games. Unfortunately there are too many free games out there. If your game was special or had a niche market, you could potentially do well. You have to judge whether or not to release under a freemium model or as a paid app. You might want to build freemium functionality into the app but release it as paid. If the demand's not there, convert it over.

[skysnap]

I purchase apps but not android games. Unfortunately there are too many free games out there. If your game was special or had a niche market, you could potentially do well. You have to judge whether or not to release under a freemium model or as a paid app. You might want to build freemium functionality into the app but release it as paid. If the demand's not there, convert it over.

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That seems to be the plan. My current target is under 15 folks so I don't expect the purchases. And that makes me worry more because I don't want to work hard for giving it away for free. Time is valuable for me at this stage of life.