Freelance GameKit

Core Functionality

• Modular Asset Packager – Drag‑and‑drop prefabs, scripts, and shaders into pre‑defined slots to create ready‑to‑use gameplay modules.
• Live Preview Engine – Instantly playtest the module in a sandbox scene with adjustable parameters (difficulty, physics, AI behavior).
• Marketplace Integration – Publish finished modules directly to an in‑app marketplace; buyers can download, import, and customize them.
• Version Control & Collaboration – Built‑in Git hooks for branching, merging, and conflict resolution within Unity.

Problem It Solves

Freelance developers often waste hours reimplementing common mechanics (e.g., platformer jump, tower defense wave system). They also struggle to monetize reusable code because publishing and distribution require extra tooling. This app bundles creation, testing, and selling into a single workflow, saving time and opening new income streams.

Technical Requirements

• Unity 2022 LTS or newer with C# 10 support.
• AssetBundle/Addressables for modular packaging.
• RESTful API (Node.js + Express) for marketplace backend.
• SQLite or lightweight cloud DB for user profiles and transaction records.
• OAuth2 authentication via Google/Facebook.

Monetization Strategy

1. Marketplace Fees – 15% cut on every sale of a module.
2. Premium Subscription – $9.99/month for advanced analytics, priority support, and access to exclusive tutorials.
3. In‑App Ads – Non‑intrusive banner ads in the free tier.

Implementation Approach

1. Phase 1 – Core Engine (Weeks 1–4)

• Build modular asset packager UI using Unity’s UI Toolkit.
• Implement live preview with a sandbox scene and parameter sliders.

1. Phase 2 – Marketplace Backend (Weeks 5–8)

• Set up Node.js server, REST endpoints for upload/download, user auth, and payment processing via Stripe.
• Integrate Addressables to package modules into downloadable bundles.

1. Phase 3 – Polish & Docs (Weeks 9–10)

• Create tutorial assets, onboarding flow, and automated tests.

1. Launch Beta – Invite a small group of freelancers for feedback.

Potential Challenges

• Security of Asset Distribution – Risk of piracy or malicious code. Solution: Sign bundles with HMAC and validate on client side; offer DRM‑protected downloads.
• Marketplace Scalability – Handling high traffic during launches. Solution: Use cloud functions (AWS Lambda) for stateless API endpoints and CDN for asset delivery.

Future Expansion

• AI Assistant – Generate basic scripts based on natural language prompts.
• Cross‑Platform Export Templates – Enable instant build to WebGL, iOS, Android from a single module.
• Analytics Dashboard – Provide sellers with insights into downloads, revenue, and user ratings.
• Community Forum & Rating System – Foster collaboration and trust among freelancers.