How to Build and Publish Your First Indie Game (2026 Edition)

Have an idea for a game but don't know where to start?

This beginner-friendly guide walks you through the complete indie game development journey — from choosing your game idea to publishing it on major platforms.

Inside you'll learn:

• How to choose the right game idea
• Planning your first game project
• Unity, Unreal, and Godot basics
• Creating your first playable prototype
• Using art, audio, and game assets effectively
• Playtesting and improving your game
• Publishing on itch.io and Steam
• Mobile game publishing basics
• Indie game marketing strategies
• Common mistakes beginners make
• A complete 90-day indie game roadmap

Whether you're a complete beginner or an aspiring indie developer, this guide provides practical steps you can follow to turn your game idea into a published project.

Format: PDF
Edition: 2026
Author: Faa Diary