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IndieGame Scout
Niche indie game recommendations tuned to your playstyle
Revenue Potential
$1,000 - $6,000/month
Time to Launch
2-3 weeks
Target Audience
PC/console gamers, indie fans, streamers
The Opportunity
Indie games are exploding, but discovery is still dominated by storefront algorithms and hype cycles. Players want “games like this” based on how they actually play.
The Problem
Store recommendations overweight popularity. Niche players waste money and time on mismatches, while great indies never reach their audience.
Your Solution: IndieGame Scout
A recommendation engine that builds a playstyle profile from short quizzes plus optional data imports (Steam library, playtime, wishlists) and outputs tightly curated lists with explainable reasons.
MVP Scope
- Playstyle quiz + preference filters (time, difficulty, vibe)
- Library import (CSV/Steam API optional)
- Weekly curated “5 you’ll love” email
- Shareable lists for friends and streamers
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Key Features
- Playstyle quiz and preference constraints
- Explainable recommendations
- Library import to avoid duplicates
- Weekly curated email drops
- Shareable public lists
- Feedback loop from ratings
Tech Stack
Next.jsTypeScriptPostgreSQLPrismaEmbeddingsEmail
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