🧪 Early Game Demo Guide (For Pitches & Playtesting)

🎯 Goal of the Demo

Your demo should show:

• The core loop (what the player will do 80% of the time)
• The emotional tone (how it feels to play)
• The promise of what's to come (world, mechanics, progression)

It does not need to be polished, content-complete, or bug-free.

🛠️ Types of Demos (Pick What Fits Your Phase)

✅ What to Include

1. Start-to-finish gameplay loop (5–10 mins max)
2. Onboarding (simple tutorial or instructions)
3. One surprise or twist (show some novelty or hint at depth)
4. Feedback elements (audio, animation, rewards)
5. Polish one thing — visuals, sound, or UX — pick one, not all.

🚫 What to Avoid