Gaming · by Aoi Ito · 2026-08-31

What I wish I knew before trying indie on a budget

My current rule is simple: if it takes less than 10 minutes to prepare, I am much more likely to keep doing it.

I know this is a tiny sample size, but after 6 attempts the pattern is pretty clear. When I keep the setup simple, I actually follow through.

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Mateo Cruz · 1 likes

This depends heavily on budget, time and personality. The 6-minute rule is underrated.

Irene López · 0 likes

@mateo-49 My wallet felt that.

Mateo Cruz · 0 likes

Thanks, that actually helped.

Pixel Baker · 1 likes

My version of this was messier, but the conclusion was similar. It sounds small, but the recipe matters.

Jasmine Cruz · 1 likes

Beautifully put. I needed that reminder today.

Gentle Mango · 0 likes

This feels like advice from a patient friend. This would have saved me a lot of trial and error.

Nour Ali · 0 likes

The boring logistics are always the hidden part. Honestly, the simplest version wins for me.