# Creating Games Overview

DailyPlay makes game creation simple with a template-based approach. You don't need any coding
knowledge — just select a template, customize it with your brand assets, and publish.

## The Creation Process

### 1. Select a Template

Browse our library of 60+ game templates. Each template is a fully functional game that you can
customize with your own branding and assets.

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### 2. Customize

Use the game editor to:

- Edit the game title and the game description
- Upload or generate game assets
- Configure game settings (difficulty, duration, etc.)
- Set up prizes for lucky-draw games
- Configure post-game actions (email capture, CTAs)

#### Creating a Casual Game

Pick a template, set your title and description, upload your assets — and you're ready to go.

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#### Creating a Prize Game

For lucky-draw games, you'll also configure prizes, win probabilities, and claim settings.

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### 3. Preview & Test

Test your game in the preview mode before publishing. Play through the entire experience to ensure
everything works as expected.

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### 4. Publish

Publish your game to get a shareable link. You can also embed games directly on your website.

![Publishing your game](/img/create-game/publish-creategame.jpg)

## Game Types

DailyPlay games fall into several categories:

### Skill Games

Games where the player's score depends on their actions:

- **Basketball Hoop** — Shoot hoops with drag-and-release controls
- **Fruit Slice** — Swipe to slice flying fruits
- **Match-3** — Connect matching tiles to clear the board
- **Space Shooter** — Destroy enemies and collect power-ups

### Lucky Draw Games

Games of chance where prizes are randomly awarded:

- **Spin the Wheel** — Classic prize wheel
- **Gachapon** — Capsule machine experience
- **Grid Box** — Tap to reveal prizes

### Casual Games

Simple, engaging games for all audiences:

- **Memory Cards** — Match pairs of cards
- **Catcher** — Catch falling items
- **Tap Flyer** — Tap to keep flying

## Creation Methods

![Creation methods](/img/create-game/chooseguide-creategame.png)

### Guided Creation

The default creation flow walks you through each step:

1. Choose template
2. Set basic info
3. Customize assets
4. Configure settings
5. Preview and publish

### Quick Create

For experienced users, jump directly to the full editor with all options available at once.

## Tips for Success

:::tip[Brand Consistency]
Use consistent colors, fonts, and imagery that match your brand guidelines.
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:::tip[Mobile Testing]
Always test your games on mobile devices — most players will be on phones.
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:::tip[Clear Instructions]
Make sure game instructions are clear. Players should understand how to play within seconds.
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## Next Steps

- Explore available [Game Templates](/creating-games/templates)
- Learn about [Customization Options](/creating-games/customization)
- Understand the [Publishing Process](/creating-games/publishing)