Game Design Document: Launch Checklist
About this template
Game Design Document: Launch Checklist is a comprehensive template designed to help game developers navigate the critical final stages before releasing their game. Whether you're an indie developer or part of a larger team, this template provides the structure and focus needed to execute a successful launch. It assists you in finalizing quality assurance, preparing marketing assets, engaging your audience, and setting up post-launch support, ensuring every aspect of your launch is meticulously planned and executed.
This template includes sections such as:
Final Playtesting & QA: Ensure your game is polished and free of critical bugs by conducting thorough testing and quality assurance before launch.
Marketing and Promotional Assets: Prepare all marketing materials, including trailers, screenshots, press kits, and promotional graphics, to effectively showcase your game.
Pre-Launch Engagement: Build excitement and anticipation by engaging with your community through social media, forums, newsletters, and other channels.
Press and Influencer Outreach: Reach out to media outlets, reviewers, and influencers to secure coverage and reviews that will amplify your game's visibility.
Backup and Rollback Plan: Develop contingency plans for technical issues, including backups and rollback procedures, to mitigate risks during launch.
Launch Day Monitoring: Set up monitoring systems to track game performance, server status, and player feedback in real-time during launch.
Post-Launch Support: Establish plans for customer support, updates, patches, and community engagement to maintain player satisfaction after launch.
Each section includes actionable tasks to guide your launch process, keeping you organized and on track. With built-in checklists and a progress tracker, you can ensure that every critical element is addressed. This template is part of a series of Game Design Documents, so make sure to explore the other guides available to support every phase of game development.
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