Game Mechanics — GameAnalytics

Hybrid-casual: the secret sauce to higher retention and better engagement

With players spending more time in games, hyper-casual is starting to evolve. A new genre is forming: hybrid-casual.

Nicolas Estrem

How to Encourage More Snacking and Less Feasting

There’s some new research which shows developers which game mechanics encourage players to stick around for longer. Here are the takeaways.

Emma Wilkin

How to Use Collectibles in Mobile Games to Keep Players Coming Back

Collectibles in mobile games can improve pretty much all your metrics. Here’s our quick guide to weaving collectibles into your core gameplay.

Sarah Impey

Nine Tips when adding Social Elements to your Mobile Game

Mobile gaming expert, Jupiter Hadley, turns her attention to social games, and highlights 9 lessons developers can learn when working on their own titles.

Jupiter Hadley

Mid-Core Success Part 3: Social

In part three of his Mid-Core Success series, Michail Katkoff talks about true social mechanics, the kind that add to the gameplay, improve overall player experience and make the game feel more alive.

Michail Katkoff