Want people to actually read, follow, and comment on your project thread? Steal this structure for your opening post:
Then, and this is the real secret: update the thread. A devlog with monthly updates and visible progress will quietly build you a fanbase before the game even has a store page.
We are excited to see what you are making. Yes, even the unfinished stuff. Especially the unfinished stuff.
- Title and one-line hook. "Turn-based RPG where you play the villain's accountant" beats "My first game (WIP)" every single time.
- Three to five screenshots. Even rough ones. Especially rough ones. People follow projects to watch them improve.
- What is done and what is not. Honesty builds an audience. "Combat works, story is 20% written, all art is placeholder" is a great status line.
- What kind of feedback you want. Mechanics? Art direction? Writing? Tell people where to aim.
Then, and this is the real secret: update the thread. A devlog with monthly updates and visible progress will quietly build you a fanbase before the game even has a store page.
We are excited to see what you are making. Yes, even the unfinished stuff. Especially the unfinished stuff.