The 3D Generator is a cutting-edge tool within the Ludo.ai platform that empowers users to effortlessly create 3D assets for their games. By leveraging advanced AI, it transforms simple text descriptions or 2D images into detailed 3D models. This tool is designed to streamline the asset creation process, making it faster, more accessible, and aligned with your creative vision. It simplifies the complex task of 3D modeling, allowing both novice and experienced game developers to generate high-quality assets with ease.

**Key Features:**

* Text-to-3D Generation: Create 3D models from simple text descriptions.
* Image-to-3D Conversion: Transform 2D images into 3D models.
* Combined Input: Use both text and image inputs for more controlled and specific results.
* Multiple 3D Model Views: View textured and untextured (mesh) versions of your generated models.
* Iterative Refinement: Generate variations and refine results through textual prompts until they match your vision.
* Download Options: Download models in various formats (e.g., GLB, STL, PLY, OBJ, OFF).
* Favorites System: Save your best creations for easy access and future use.
* In-Platform Image Editor: Modify your input images directly within Ludo.ai before transforming them into 3D models.

The 3D Generator is a tool within Ludo.ai that uses AI to create 3D assets for games from text descriptions, 2D images, or a combination of both.

Introduction

#### Accessing the 3D Generator

1. Log in: Begin by logging into your Ludo.ai account.
2. Navigate: Locate the main menu on the left side of the screen.
3. Launch: Click on "3D Generator" to launch the tool.

#### Main Interface

The 3D Generator interface is designed for intuitive use, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow:

**Input Box**: At the top, you'll find a text input field. Here, you can type keywords, phrases, or even game titles that describe the 3D asset you want to generate. The AI uses this text as a basis for creating the model.

**Prompt Suggestions**: Below the input box, Ludo.ai provides a set of example prompts. These are designed to inspire you and demonstrate the variety of inputs the AI can understand. You can refresh these suggestions to explore new ideas.

**Image Input (Optional)**: A button labeled "Choose asset image (optional)" allows you to upload a 2D image. This image can guide the generation process, providing a visual reference for the AI to work from.

**"Start New Generation" Button**: Once you've provided your text prompt and/or image, clicking this button initiates the 3D model generation based on your inputs.

**Results Area**: Below the input area, generated 3D models will appear. This area displays both 2D previews and interactive 3D views of your generated assets.

Access the 3D Generator through the Ludo.ai main menu and use the intuitive interface with input fields, prompt suggestions, image upload options, and a results area to begin creating 3D models.

Getting Started

Ludo.ai's 3D Generator offers a unique two-step process for creating 3D models:

#### Step 1: Initial 2D Image Generation

When you first click "Start New Generation," the AI focuses on generating a 2D image representation based on your input. This is a crucial step, as it lays the foundation for the subsequent 3D model.

**Text-to-Image**: If you've entered a text prompt, the AI will interpret your description and create a 2D image that visually represents your words.

Example: "neon elephant" will generate a 2D image of an elephant with a neon aesthetic.

Example: "A sleek, metallic bicycle frame, viewed from the front. The frame exhibits a smooth, polished finish except for minor surface imperfections along the welds and tube intersections." will generate a 2D image of a bicycle frame with the mentioned attributes.

**Image-to-Image**: If you've uploaded a 2D image, the AI will use it as a visual reference to generate a similar 2D image, but adjusted to be suitable for 3D model creation. This step involves removing the background of the image. The chosen image can be edited by clicking on "Open in Editor" above the image preview, which will open up the Image Editor on the right side of the screen, where you will find useful editing tools.

**Important Note**: For best results, your image should clearly depict a single subject or object. The object should be fully visible within the image. While the image can have a background, it will be automatically removed during this stage.

**Combined Input**: If you've used both text and image, the AI combines both inputs. The text prompt acts as a modifier or refinement to the uploaded image.

Example: If you upload a picture of a dog and type "make the dog very evil", the generated 2D image will be a modified version of the dog, but with an evil appearance.

At this stage, you can iterate on these 2D image results by clicking on "Generate More". This will create new variations of the 2D image, allowing you to choose the one that best aligns with your vision.

#### Step 2: 3D Model Generation


Once you're satisfied with the 2D image:

**Select "Generate 3D Object"**: Click the "Generate 3D Object" button below your chosen 2D image.

**Wait for Processing**: The AI will now transform the 2D image into a 3D model. This process may take a bit longer than the initial image generation.

**View and Refine**: Once complete, the 3D model will appear in the results area. You can rotate and examine it from different angles. If you want to make further refinements, you can click on "Generate New 3D Object" to create variations based on this 3D model.

This two-step process gives you greater control over the final 3D model, allowing for more precise refinement and customization.

The 3D Generator uses a two-step process, first generating a 2D image from your text or image input and then transforming that image into a 3D model, which can be further refined.

Generating 3D Models

After generating a 3D model, it appears in the results area with several options for interaction:

**2D Image Preview**: A rendered 2D image of the generated 3D model is displayed. This provides a quick, static view of the asset, without any background.

**3D Model Preview**: A fully interactive 3D view of the generated model is shown. This allows you to rotate the model and examine it from all angles. You can switch between:

**Textured View**: Shows the model with colors and textures applied, giving you a realistic representation of the asset's appearance.

**Mesh View**: Displays the underlying wireframe structure of the model. This is useful for examining the model's topology and construction.

#### Interaction Options

**Generate More**: Creates variations of the initial 2D image results based on your prompt. This allows you to explore different interpretations of your input.

**Generate 3D Object**: Transforms a chosen 2D image preview into a 3D model. This initiates the second step of the generation process.

**Generate New 3D Object**: Generates a new 3D object based on the same 2D image. This can be useful if the first 3D generation didn't quite capture your vision or had some errors. You can use this option multiple times to refine the model further.

**Download**: Saves the 3D model to your computer. You can choose from various formats, which are discussed in the next section.

**Add to Favorites**: Saves the model to your Ludo.ai Favorites. This allows you to easily access and reuse the model in the future.

You can view generated 3D models as 2D image previews or interactive 3D previews (textured or mesh), with options to generate more variations, download the model, or add it to your favorites.

Viewing and Interacting with Results

Ludo.ai's 3D Generator allows you to download your generated models in several popular 3D file formats:

* GLB: A binary format for glTF (GL Transmission Format) that includes textures. This is the recommended format for general use, as it preserves both the model's geometry and its visual appearance. This is the only format that will have textures applied.
* STL: A common format for 3D printing, containing only surface geometry (no color or texture information). Use this format if you plan to 3D print your model.
* PLY: A flexible format that can store color and other data per vertex. It's often used for 3D scanned data.
* OBJ: A widely supported format for representing 3D geometry. It can store some material information but is generally less comprehensive than GLB for textured models.
* OFF: A simple text-based format for describing polyhedral objects. It's primarily used for geometric modeling and does not support textures.

**Important Note**: Only the GLB format will include the textures you see in the textured preview. Other formats will export only the mesh (the shape of the model without colors or textures).

When choosing a format, consider the following:

* For use in game engines or 3D software: GLB is generally the best choice if you need textures.
* For 3D printing: STL is the most widely accepted format.
* For specific applications: Some software may have preferences for PLY, OBJ, or OFF.

**Note**: To directly import GLB files into Unity you will likely need to instal the Unity glTFast package found here: [https://docs.unity3d.com/Packages/com.unity.cloud.gltfast@6.10](https://docs.unity3d.com/Packages/com.unity.cloud.gltfast@6.10)

Download your generated 3D models in various formats, including GLB (with textures), STL, PLY, OBJ, and OFF, choosing the format that best suits your needs.

Downloading Models

**Be Descriptive**: The AI thrives on detail. The more specific you are in your text prompt, the better the AI can understand your vision. Use adjectives to describe the desired shape, style, color, material, and any other relevant characteristics.

* Example: Instead of "sword," try "ornate elven sword with a glowing blue blade and a golden hilt."

**Experiment with Different Prompts**: Don't be afraid to try variations of your prompt. Sometimes, rephrasing or adding/removing keywords can significantly improve the results.

* Example: If "futuristic sports car" isn't giving you what you want, try "sleek, low-poly sports car with neon lights and large spoiler."

**Use Reference Images**: When you have a specific design in mind, providing a reference image can significantly improve the results. The AI can use this image as a visual guide to better understand your desired aesthetic. The image should clearly show a single subject for best results.

**Iterate and Refine**: The "Generate More" and "Generate New 3D Object" features are your friends. Use them to create variations and gradually refine the model towards your desired outcome. Each iteration can build upon the previous one, allowing you to fine-tune the results.

**Combine Text and Image Inputs**: For complex concepts, combining a descriptive prompt with a relevant image can yield the most accurate results. The text can provide context and details, while the image serves as a visual anchor.

* Example: Upload an image of a basic car shape and use the prompt "transform into a rusty, post-apocalyptic war machine with spikes and armor plates."

**Understand the Limitations**: The AI is a powerful tool, but it's not magic. It may sometimes misinterpret prompts or produce unexpected results. Be prepared to iterate and guide the process. Also, remember that very complex or abstract concepts might be challenging for the AI to grasp fully.

**Consider the Different Download Formats**: Choose the format that best suits your intended use. Remember that only GLB files will include textures, while other formats export only the mesh.

For best results, be descriptive in your prompts, experiment with different inputs, use reference images when possible, iterate on your generations, and understand the limitations of the AI.

Tips for Effective 3D Generation

**Model not generating:**

* Check your internet connection: Ensure you have a stable internet connection, as the 3D Generator requires it to function.
* Try again: Try generating again with the same inputs.

**Results are not what you expected:**

* Rephrase your prompt: Try different wording, add more descriptive details, or be more specific about certain aspects.
* Use a reference image: If you have a particular design in mind, provide a visual reference for the AI.
* Iterate: Use the "Generate More" or "Generate New 3D Object" features to explore variations and refine the model.

**Slow generation times:**

* Server load: High server traffic can sometimes lead to slower generation times. Try generating during off-peak hours if you experience consistent slowdowns.

**Download issues:**

* Storage space: Ensure you have sufficient storage space on your device to save the downloaded model.
* Browser settings: Check your browser settings to make sure downloads are allowed and that you know where downloaded files are saved.
* Download taking too long: Model export can take some time until the model starts to download. Wait at least 1 minute.

**Unexpected errors:**

* Refresh the page: Sometimes a simple page refresh can resolve minor glitches.
* Log out and back in: If refreshing doesn't work, try logging out of your Ludo.ai account and then logging back in.
* Contact support: If you encounter persistent errors, contact Ludo.ai support with details about the issue, including your prompt, any error messages you received, and the steps you've already taken.

Common issues like slow generation or unexpected results can often be resolved by checking your connection, refining your prompts, iterating on the results, or contacting support if needed.

Troubleshooting

* **Rapid Prototyping**: Quickly create placeholder 3D assets to test gameplay mechanics, level layouts, or overall game feel without investing significant time in detailed modeling.
* **Concept Visualization**: Bring your game ideas to life in 3D early in the development process. This helps visualize the game's aesthetic and can be used for pitching or team communication.
* **Asset Customization**: Generate variations of existing assets to add diversity to your game world. For example, you could create multiple versions of a base character model with different clothing, accessories, or color schemes.
* **Inspiration and Exploration**: Experiment with different styles, themes, and concepts to spark new ideas and push creative boundaries. The 3D Generator can be a powerful tool for brainstorming and exploring uncharted territory.
* **Character and Object Design**: Create unique characters, creatures, props, and environmental elements. The AI can generate designs that you might not have considered otherwise.
* **Level Design**: Generate 3D models of buildings, structures, or natural formations to populate your game environments. This can be especially helpful for quickly blocking out levels or creating variations of environment assets.

The 3D Generator can be used for rapid prototyping, concept visualization, asset customization, inspiration, character and object design, and level design.

Use Cases in Game Development

* **Start Simple, Then Add Detail**: Begin with a basic description of your desired object and gradually add more details as you refine the model through iterations. This approach allows the AI to establish a solid foundation before incorporating finer details.
* **Use Clear and Concise Language**: Avoid overly complex sentences or technical jargon that the AI might not understand. Use straightforward language to describe the object's appearance, style, and any specific features.
* **Focus on One Object at a Time**: The 3D Generator works best when generating a single object or asset. If you need multiple objects, generate them separately and then combine them in your game engine or 3D modeling software.
* **Consider Your Target Platform**: Keep in mind the technical limitations of your target platform (e.g., polygon count, texture resolution) when creating 3D models. The 3D Generator can create highly detailed models, but you may need to optimize them further for performance in your game.
* **Save Your Work**: Add your favorite generations to your Favorites so you can easily access, reuse, or further refine them later. This also helps you keep track of your best creations.
* **Combine with Other Ludo.ai Tools**: Use the 3D Generator in conjunction with other tools like the Game Ideator and Game Concept to create a comprehensive and well-developed game concept. You can, for instance, generate a game idea, develop it into a concept, and then use the 3D Generator to create assets for it.

Start with simple descriptions, use clear language, focus on one object at a time, consider your target platform, save your work, and combine the 3D Generator with other Ludo.ai tools.

Best Practices

Before generating 3D models from images, you can refine your 2D input using Ludo.ai's integrated Image Editor. This powerful tool allows you to make precise adjustments to your images, ensuring they are optimized for the 3D generation process.

#### Accessing the Image Editor

**Upload an Image**: In the 3D Generator, click on "Choose asset image (optional)" and upload your desired image.

**Open in Editor**: Once the image is uploaded, click on the "Open in Editor" button located above the image preview.

#### Image Editor Features

The Image Editor provides a user-friendly interface with the following features:

**Masking Tool**

* Brush Tool: Use the brush tool to paint over the areas of the image you want to modify. You can adjust the brush size using the slider.
* Undo/Redo: Correct any mistakes easily with the "Undo" and "Redo" buttons.
* Reset: Clears the entire mask, allowing you to start over.

**Prompt Input**

* Description Box: Describe the changes you want to make to the masked region of your image. Be as specific as possible to guide the AI.
    * Example: "add horns"
* Image Strength
* Slider: This slider controls the intensity of the changes applied to the image.
    * 0: The AI will make significant changes, potentially altering the original image considerably.
    * 100: The AI will make subtle changes, closely adhering to the original image's structure and style.

**Editing History**

* Image Thumbnails: The right side of the editor displays a history of your edits. Click on any thumbnail to revert to a previous state.

#### Editing Workflow

1. Select areas to edit: Use the brush tool to mask the specific parts of the image you want to modify.
2. Describe the changes: In the "Description Box", write a clear and concise prompt explaining the desired modifications to the masked area.
3. Adjust Image Strength: Use the slider to set the intensity of the changes.
4. Generate: Click the "Generate" button to apply the edits.
5. Iterate: Review the changes and make further adjustments as needed. You can always go back to previous versions using the editing history.

#### Tips for Effective Image Editing

- **Be precise with masking**: Carefully outline the areas you want to change to ensure accurate edits.
- **Use specific prompts**: The more detailed your description, the better the AI will understand your intentions.
- **Experiment with image strength**: Try different values to find the right balance between preserving the original image and applying your modifications.
- **Utilize the editing history**: Don't be afraid to experiment. You can always revert to earlier versions if needed.

By mastering the Image Editor, you can fine-tune your input images to achieve optimal results with the 3D Generator, ensuring your generated 3D models are as close as possible to your creative vision.

Refine your 2D input images using the integrated Image Editor, which provides masking tools, prompt-based editing, and an image strength slider to control the intensity of changes before generating 3D models.

Image Editing with the Integrated Image Editor

In addition to the dedicated 3D Generator tool, you can also create 3D models directly within Ludo.ai's Chat Assistant, both the standalone version and the "Ask Ludo" version integrated into the Game Concept tool. This feature allows for a more conversational and interactive way to generate assets, fitting seamlessly into your brainstorming and development workflow.

**How to Use It:**

1. **Access the Chat Assistant:**
    * **Standalone Chat Assistant:** Click the chat bubble icon in the main menu to open the standalone Chat Assistant.
    * **"Ask Ludo" in Game Concept:** Within a Game Concept document, click the "Ask Ludo" button at the top or within specific sections to access the context-aware assistant.
2. **Make Your Request:** Type a natural language request for the 3D model you want to generate. Be as descriptive as possible.
    * Examples:
        * "Generate a 3D model of a wooden treasure chest."
        * "I need a 3D asset of a futuristic motorcycle."
        * "Create a low-poly 3D model of a fantasy character."
3. **Generate and Refine:** The AI will process your request and generate a 3D model, which will appear directly in the chat. You can then:
    * **Iterate:** Ask for variations or modifications using follow-up prompts.
    * **Download:** Download the model in your preferred format (GLB, STL, PLY, OBJ, OFF).
    * **Add to Favorites:** Save the model to your Favorites library.

**Tips for Best Results:**

* **Be Specific:** Just like with the dedicated 3D Generator, the more details you provide in your request, the better the results will be.
* **Use Follow-Up Prompts:** Refine your generated model by asking for specific changes or variations.
* **Leverage Context (in Game Concept):** When using "Ask Ludo" within a Game Concept, the AI will consider the existing content of your document, providing more relevant suggestions.
* **Combine with Other Tools:** Use the Chat Assistant to quickly generate an asset and then further refine it in the dedicated 3D Generator tool if needed.

**Benefits of Using the Chat Assistant for 3D Generation:**

* **Conversational Workflow:** Generate assets naturally as part of a broader conversation about your game.
* **Idea Expansion:** Quickly explore different asset ideas without leaving your current workflow.
* **Contextual Awareness (in Game Concept):** Get suggestions that are tailored to your specific game concept.
* **Streamlined Process:** Generate, refine, and save 3D models all within the chat interface.

Create 3D models directly from the standalone Chat Assistant tool or the Ask Ludo in the Game Concept

3D Asset Generation in the Chat Assistant

The Ludo Score is a comprehensive market analysis system that evaluates game concepts through multiple dimensions of market potential, providing an integer score from 1 to 10. Unlike simple market analysis tools, the Ludo Score combines real-time market data, trend analysis, and competitive landscape evaluation to provide actionable insights for game developers.

The score is calculated using sophisticated algorithms that analyze:

* Current market performance of similar games
* Trending patterns in player preferences
* Recent market entrants and their performance
* Innovation and uniqueness factors
* Specific component analysis (mechanics, theme, art style, etc.)
* Platform-specific market dynamics

The overall Ludo Score is presented alongside badge achievements and detailed breakdowns of each contributing metric. Each analysis updates daily to reflect current market conditions and emerging trends.

Ludo Score Overview

### Chart Dominance (1-10)

Reflects how well your game concept aligns with current market leaders. This metric helps understand your game's potential commercial viability by comparing it with games that are currently successful in the market.

Technical Implementation:

Analyzes the top performing games in relevant charts (app stores, Steam) that share similarities with your concept. Combines similarity scores with current market position data using a weighted algorithm that prioritizes games showing both high similarity and strong market performance.

Score Interpretation:

* 8-10: Strong alignment with multiple market leaders, suggesting high commercial potential
* 6-7: Good alignment with successful games, indicating solid market positioning
* 4-5: Moderate alignment, may need refinement to better match market expectations
* 1-3: Limited alignment with current successful games, suggesting potential market risks

Practical Application:

* Identify which elements of your game align with current market successes
* Guide feature prioritization based on proven market performance
* Understand your potential competitive positioning
* Inform monetization and marketing strategies

### Trend Potential (1-10)

Evaluates your game's likelihood of becoming a rising star by analyzing current market momentum and emerging patterns in player preferences. This forward-looking metric helps predict future market opportunities.

Technical Implementation:

Examines games showing strong upward momentum in charts over the past 7 days. Calculates a composite score based on both similarity to your concept and the trend slope (rate of change in player counts or downloads), with higher weight given to games showing the strongest positive trends.

Score Interpretation:

* 8-10: Strong alignment with multiple rapidly growing trends
* 6-7: Good alignment with current market momentum
* 4-5: Moderate alignment with emerging trends
* 1-3: Limited alignment with current market movements

Practical Application:

* Time your development and launch to capitalize on rising trends
* Identify emerging features that could enhance your concept
* Adjust your design to better align with growing player preferences
* Guide marketing focus based on trending elements

### Newcomer Impact (1-10)

Assesses how competitive your game would be among recent releases by analyzing the performance of similar games launched within the past 90 days. This metric helps understand current market receptivity for your type of game.

Technical Implementation:

Focuses on recently released games that have achieved chart positions, calculating their performance based on both similarity to your concept and their chart performance since release. Extra weight is given to games achieving higher positions shortly after release.

Score Interpretation:

* 8-10: Similar recent releases showing exceptional performance
* 6-7: Good performance among comparable new releases
* 4-5: Moderate success rate for similar recent launches
* 1-3: Similar recent releases struggling to gain traction

Practical Application:

* Evaluate current market saturation for your game type
* Identify successful launch strategies from recent releases
* Understand current player expectations for new games
* Guide feature set decisions based on recent successes

### Creative Edge (1-10)

Evaluates your game's uniqueness and innovation potential by analyzing how it differs from existing titles. This metric helps balance novelty with market viability.

Technical Implementation:

Analyzes a large pool of games regardless of their performance or release date. Unlike other metrics, rewards lower similarity scores as they indicate more uniqueness. The final score is inverted so that concepts with fewer very similar matches receive higher creativity scores.

Score Interpretation:

* 8-10: Highly unique concept with few direct comparisons
* 6-7: Good balance of unique elements and proven concepts
* 4-5: Moderate differentiation from existing games
* 1-3: High similarity to multiple existing titles

Practical Application:

* Identify truly unique aspects of your concept
* Balance innovation with market-proven elements
* Guide development of distinctive features
* Inform unique selling points for marketing

Core Market Metrics

### Mechanic Match (1-10)

Measures how well your game's core mechanics align with mechanics that are currently successful in the market. This helps understand if your gameplay elements resonate with current player preferences.

Technical Implementation:
Identifies games in the charts that share similar gameplay mechanics using advanced text analysis of game descriptions and gameplay screenshots. Calculates a composite score combining mechanical similarity and market performance, with emphasis on mechanics that drive player engagement.

Score Interpretation:
- 8-10: Strong alignment with highly successful mechanical patterns
- 6-7: Good implementation of proven gameplay elements
- 4-5: Familiar mechanics that may need refinement
- 1-3: Mechanics showing limited market validation

Practical Application:
- Refine core gameplay loops based on market data
- Identify successful mechanical innovations to incorporate
- Guide feature prioritization during development
- Balance unique mechanics with proven patterns

### Theme Harmony (1-10)

Assesses how well your game's thematic elements align with themes that are currently resonating in the market. This metric helps understand the market appeal of your game's setting, narrative, and subject matter.

Technical Implementation:
Analyzes game descriptions, narratives, and thematic elements to identify thematically similar games in the charts. Combines thematic similarity scores with current market performance data, weighted towards themes showing consistent success.

Score Interpretation:
- 8-10: Strong alignment with highly popular themes
- 6-7: Good thematic positioning with proven appeal
- 4-5: Familiar themes that may need distinctive elements
- 1-3: Themes showing limited current market appeal

Practical Application:
- Guide narrative and worldbuilding decisions
- Identify successful thematic elements to incorporate
- Inform marketing messaging and positioning
- Balance unique themes with proven appeal

### Subgenre Synergy (1-10)

Evaluates how well your game's specific subgenre characteristics match current market preferences. This metric helps understand your positioning within specialized market segments.

Technical Implementation:
Examines games sharing similar subgenre elements, analyzing their market performance patterns. Considers both direct subgenre matches and successful hybrid approaches, with emphasis on recent market performance.

Score Interpretation:
- 8-10: Strong positioning in thriving subgenre
- 6-7: Good alignment with healthy market segment
- 4-5: Moderate market presence for subgenre
- 1-3: Challenging market conditions for subgenre

Practical Application:
- Understand subgenre market saturation
- Identify successful hybrid approaches
- Guide feature set expectations
- Inform subgenre-specific marketing strategies

### Artistic Appeal (1-10)

Reflects how well your game's visual style aligns with successful aesthetic approaches in the market. This metric helps understand the potential appeal of your game's visual presentation.

Technical Implementation:
Uses advanced image analysis to compare visual characteristics with successful games. Examines aspects like art style, color schemes, and overall aesthetic approach, weighted by current market performance.

Score Interpretation:
- 8-10: Strong alignment with highly appealing visual styles
- 6-7: Good visual approach with proven appeal
- 4-5: Familiar style that may need distinctive elements
- 1-3: Visual approach showing limited market validation

Practical Application:
- Guide art direction and visual development
- Identify successful visual elements to incorporate
- Balance artistic vision with market appeal
- Inform art resource allocation

Specialized Component Metrics

The Ludo Score includes a badge system that recognizes exceptional performance in specific areas. These badges provide quick insights into your concept's strengths:

### Market Leader
- Requirements: Scores of 8+ in Chart Dominance and/or Trend Potential
- Significance: Indicates exceptional market positioning and trending momentum
- Implication: Concept shows strong potential for immediate market success

### Rising Heat
- Requirements: Scores of 6+ in Chart Dominance and/or Trend Potential
- Significance: Shows significant alignment with current market trends
- Implication: Concept is well-positioned for market growth

### Innovator
- Requirements: Score of 8+ in Creative Edge
- Significance: Recognizes exceptional uniqueness and innovation
- Implication: Concept brings fresh ideas to the gaming landscape

### Fresh Face
- Requirements: Score of 8+ in Newcomer Impact
- Significance: Indicates the game is highly aligned with recently released successful games.
- Implication: Concept shows potential for strong market entry

### Whisper
- Requirements: Scores of 3-5 in market metrics with positive trend indicators
- Significance: Aligned with emerging or niche market trends
- Implication: Concept may have potential in developing market segments

### Hibernator
- Requirements: Scores below 3 in market metrics
- Significance: Significant deviation from current market trends
- Implication: Concept may face market challenges or require repositioning

Achievement Badges

### Market Landscape Plot

Purpose:
Visualizes your concept's position relative to existing games in the market.

Components:
- X-axis: Similarity to your concept (0-100%)
- Y-axis: Current market share (%)
- Data points: Individual games with similar characteristics
- Color coding: Different topics or analysis categories

Interpretation:
- Upper right quadrant: Similar and successful games
- Lower right quadrant: Similar but less successful games
- Upper left quadrant: Different but successful games
- Lower left quadrant: Different and less successful games

### Weekly Topic Popularity

Purpose:
Tracks the popularity of games similar to your concept over time.

Components:
- X-axis: Time (past two years)
- Y-axis: Total player share (%)
- Lines: Popularity trends for different game categories
- Markers: Significant market events or releases

Key Insights:
- Overall trend direction
- Seasonal patterns
- Market share volatility
- Competitive impact events

### Game Releases Timeline

Purpose:
Shows the distribution of similar game releases over time.

Components:
- X-axis: Release dates
- Y-axis: Current market share
- Data points: Individual game releases
- Size/Color: Market performance indicators

Analysis Features:
- Market saturation patterns
- Release timing opportunities
- Performance correlation with release timing
- Platform-specific release patterns

Visual Analysis Tools

### Game Similarity Analysis

The Ludo Score's foundation rests on its ability to accurately compare games using multiple data points. This comparison is performed using advanced AI systems that analyze:

- Game descriptions and marketing text
- Visual content (screenshots, icons, promotional images)
- Thematic elements and content tags
- Categorical data (genres, features, platforms)

The system processes this information using natural language processing and computer vision algorithms, attempting to understand games the way a human would. This includes:

1. Semantic Analysis
   - Deep understanding of game descriptions
   - Context-aware interpretation of features
   - Theme and narrative analysis
   - Mechanical system interpretation

2. Visual Analysis
   - Screenshot content analysis
   - Art style classification
   - Visual theme recognition
   - UI/UX pattern identification

3. Metadata Processing
   - Genre and subgenre classification
   - Feature set comparison
   - Platform-specific considerations
   - Release timing and lifecycle stage

It's important to note that this analysis is limited to publicly available information. The system does not play the games, but rather relies on:
- Developer-provided descriptions
- Published screenshots and media
- Store page information
- Public marketing materials

This limitation means the accuracy of similarity measurements depends heavily on the quality and completeness of available data. Poor descriptions, generic screenshots, or misleading marketing materials can impact the accuracy of similarity matches.

### Market Performance Data

The system uses different data sources and metrics depending on the platform and region:

For Steam (PC) Games:
- Geographic Coverage: Worldwide data
- Current Position Metric: 7-day average of daily active players
- Trend Analysis: Rate of change in daily player counts over 7 days
- Historical Data: Extended player count history for trend validation

For Mobile Games (App Store / Play Store):
- Geographic Coverage: Country-specific data
- Current Position Metric: Estimated 7-day new download volume based on chart positions
- Trend Analysis: Rate of change in daily estimated downloads over 7 days
- Historical Data: Extended chart position history for trend validation


Data Sources

The Ludo Score is designed to be a practical tool for game developers throughout the development cycle. Here's how to effectively use the system at different stages:

### Concept Phase
During early concept development, use the Ludo Score to:
- Validate initial market potential
- Identify successful elements to incorporate
- Understand current market gaps
- Guide early design decisions

The Creative Edge and Theme Harmony metrics are particularly valuable at this stage, as they can help balance innovation with market viability without constraining creativity.

### Development Phase
As development progresses, the metrics can help:
- Prioritize feature development based on market impact
- Identify specific successful elements to polish
- Guide art direction and visual development
- Inform scope and platform decisions

Pay special attention to the Mechanic Match and Artistic Appeal metrics during this phase, as they can provide concrete guidance for development priorities.

### Pre-Launch Phase
In the lead-up to release, use the system to:
- Optimize release timing based on market trends
- Guide marketing message development
- Identify key differentiators to highlight
- Understand competitive positioning

The Chart Dominance and Trend Potential metrics become increasingly important as launch approaches, helping inform go-to-market strategy.

Practical Application

### Known Limitations

Understanding the system's limitations is crucial for proper interpretation:

Data Limitations:
- Reliance on public information
- Delayed market data in some regions
- Platform-specific data gaps
- Historical data availability

Analytical Boundaries:
- Cannot predict disruptive innovations
- Limited ability to assess truly novel concepts
- May miss subtle gameplay innovations
- Cannot account for execution quality

### Best Practices

To get the most value from the Ludo Score:

1. Regular Monitoring
   - Track scores throughout development
   - Watch for trend changes
   - Monitor competitor movements
   - Note seasonal patterns

2. Balanced Decision Making
   - Combine with other market research
   - Consider qualitative factors
   - Account for team strengths
   - Balance data with intuition

3. Strategic Application
   - Use as a guidance tool, not a rulebook
   - Focus on actionable insights
   - Prioritize relevant metrics
   - Consider long-term implications

Interpretation Guidelines and Limitations

Navigate to and access the Unity Code Generation tool within a specific game concept in Ludo.ai by following these steps:

1. Navigate to your Game Concepts in Ludo.ai.
2. Select the specific game concept you want to generate code for.
3. Click on the "Unity Code" tab in the concept interface.

Navigate to the Unity Code Generation tool within your game concept in Ludo.ai. This section guides you through locating and accessing the correct tab for code generation, ensuring you can start creating scripts for your specific game idea.

Accessing Unity Code Generation

Create a new script using the tool by following these steps:

1. Click the "New Script" button in the left panel.
2. In the "Generate New Script" popup, describe what the script should do.
3. Click "Generate" to create the new script based on your description.

Use descriptive prompts to guide the AI in generating appropriate code for your game concept.

Create new scripts tailored to your game concept using AI-powered generation. This section walks you through the process of describing your script requirements and initiating the generation process to produce code aligned with your game's needs.

Generating New Scripts

View and manage your list of generated scripts in the left panel. Each script in the list has:

- A name
- An information icon to view script details
- A status icon to indicate if the generation as finished, and if the code is available

Use these features to organize and select scripts for further actions.

Understand how to efficiently manage your library of generated scripts. Learn about the script list interface, including how to view script details and select scripts for further actions, streamlining your code organization process.

Managing Generated Scripts

Interact with the generated code using the following features:

- The main panel displays the code for the currently selected script.
- Use the "Copy Code" button to copy the entire code.
- Click the "Download Script" button to download individual scripts.

Interact with your generated Unity code directly within the Ludo.ai interface. This section covers how to view script contents, copy code for use in your project, and download individual scripts, facilitating seamless integration with your development workflow.

Viewing and Editing Scripts

Modify existing scripts by following these steps:

1. Click the "Re-generate Script" button above the code display.
2. In the popup, describe the changes you want to make to the script.
3. Click "Re-generate" to update the script based on your new instructions.

This process allows you to refine or alter the generated code as your game concept evolves.

Refine and evolve your scripts as your game concept develops. Learn how to use the re-generation feature to update existing scripts with new functionality or modifications, ensuring your code stays aligned with your evolving game design.

Re-generating Scripts

Perform actions on multiple scripts simultaneously:

- Use "Re-generate All" to update all scripts based on your latest game concept details.
- "Download All" allows you to download all generated scripts at once.

These batch operations help streamline your workflow when dealing with multiple scripts.

Efficiently manage multiple scripts simultaneously with batch operations. This section explains how to re-generate all scripts at once and download your entire script library, saving time in your development process.

Batch Operations

The Unity Code Generation tool is deeply integrated with your entire game concept:

- Game Overview: The tool uses your game's general description and core mechanics to inform the overall structure and purpose of generated scripts.
- Gameplay Elements: Specific gameplay features, character abilities, and game rules described in your concept are translated into relevant code structures and functions.
- World and Environment: Details about your game world influence the generation of environment-related scripts, such as terrain generation or atmospheric effects.
- Character and Entity Design: Character descriptions and entity specifications guide the creation of relevant classes and behaviors in the generated code.
- User Interface: UI descriptions in your concept inform the generation of UI-related scripts and layout code.
- Audio and Visual Elements: Information about your game's audiovisual style may influence comments and placeholder code for integrating assets.
- Game Flow and Progression: Level design, game progression, and scoring systems described in your concept are reflected in the logic of generated scripts.

This comprehensive integration ensures that the generated code aligns closely with your game's vision and specific requirements, providing a solid foundation for further development.

Discover how the Unity Code Generation tool seamlessly integrates with your game concept. Learn how the tool utilizes information from your concept to inform script generation, ensuring that the code produced is relevant and tailored to your specific game idea.

Integration with Game Concept

To effectively use the Unity Code Generation tool:

- Be specific when describing what a new script should do or how an existing script should change.
- Regularly update your scripts as you refine your game concept.
- Review and test all generated code before implementing it in your Unity project.
- Use the generated code as a starting point and customize it further as needed.

Remember, while this tool accelerates development, it's designed to complement your coding expertise, not replace it. Always review and adapt the generated code to ensure it meets your specific game requirements.

Maximize the effectiveness of the Unity Code Generation tool with best practices and expert tips. This section provides guidance on crafting clear script descriptions, maintaining code quality, and effectively incorporating generated scripts into your Unity project.

Best Practices and Tips

To get started with Ludo.ai, create an account using your email address. Once registered, you can access your personal dashboard where you can manage various aspects of your account:

* Edit Profile: Update your personal information including first name, last name, and company name.
* Change Password: Regularly update your password to maintain account security.
* Email Preferences: Manage your communication settings to control which notifications you receive.
* Delete Account: If needed, you have the option to permanently delete your account. Be aware that this action is irreversible and will remove all your data from the platform.

Create and manage your Ludo.ai account with ease. Update personal information, change passwords, and control email preferences all from your dashboard.

Account Creation and Management

Ludo.ai offers three main subscription tiers to cater to different needs:

* Discovery Plan: A pay-per-use option ideal for individuals looking to experiment with game ideation and research.
* Indie Plan: Designed for individuals who want to turbocharge their game development, offering a set number of credits monthly.
* Studio Plan: Best for studios needing unlimited access to premium game creation tools.

You can choose between monthly or annual billing cycles for the Indie and Studio plans, with annual subscriptions often providing better value.

**Special Offers:**

* Non-profit organizations and educational institutions may be eligible for discounted rates. Contact our support team with your organization's details to learn more about these special pricing options.
* Keep an eye out for seasonal promotions or limited-time offers that may provide additional value or features.




Choose from Discovery, Indie, or Studio plans to suit your game development needs. Special discounts are available for non-profits and educational institutions.

Subscription Plans and Special Offers

Credits are the currency used within Ludo.ai to access various features:

* Discovery Plan: Purchase credits as needed on a pay-as-you-go basis.
* Indie Plan: Receive a large number of credits monthly, with unused credits rolling over to the next month.
* Studio Plan: Enjoy unlimited credits for unrestricted use of all features.

Different actions consume varying amounts of credits. For example, generating a game concept might use fewer credits than creating multiple pieces of concept art. You can monitor your credit balance and usage history in your account dashboard, helping you manage your resources effectively.

Credits power your access to Ludo.ai features, with different plans offering varying credit allowances. Monitor and manage your credit usage directly from your account dashboard.

Credits System

Manage all your financial transactions within the "Subscriptions & Billing" section:

* View and download past invoices for your records.
* Update your billing address to ensure accurate documentation.
* Manage your payment methods, including adding or removing credit cards.
* For business users, you can add your company's tax information for proper invoicing.

Ludo.ai uses industry-standard encryption to protect your financial information, ensuring secure transactions.

Easily manage your financial transactions, view invoices, and update payment information. Ludo.ai ensures secure transactions with industry-standard encryption.

Billing and Invoices

For Studio plan subscribers, Ludo.ai offers robust team collaboration features:

* Add team members by inviting them via email.
* Assign roles such as Owner, Editor, or Viewer to control access levels.
* Manage permissions for different project areas or tools.
* Share and collaborate on game concepts, artwork, and market research within your team.

This collaborative environment fosters creativity and efficiency in your game development process.

Studio plan subscribers can leverage robust team collaboration features. Invite team members, assign roles, and collaborate efficiently on game development projects.

Team Collaboration

Ludo.ai takes data protection seriously:

* All user data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
* Regular security audits are conducted to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
* Your creative inputs and generated content remain your exclusive property.
* You retain full ownership rights to use, share, or monetize any content created using the platform.
* Ludo.ai does not train its AI models on your private game concepts or interactions.

You can seamlessly integrate Ludo.ai-generated content into your development workflow:

* Export text-based content (game concepts, descriptions, etc.) in various formats like PDF or plain text.
* Download generated images in high-resolution formats suitable for further editing or direct use.
* Other generated assets can also be exported in industry-standard formats.

Ludo.ai prioritizes data protection while ensuring you retain full ownership of your created content. Your data is encrypted and never used to train AI models without your consent. You can export the data to integrate with your workflow.

Data Security, Ownership, and Export

To help you make the most of Ludo.ai, we offer comprehensive support:

* In-platform tutorials and tooltips guide you through various features.
* Extensive documentation covers each tool and functionality in detail.
* Video tutorials demonstrate workflows and use cases.
* Blog posts provide insights, tips, and updates about game development and using Ludo.ai effectively.
* support team available via email for personalized assistance.
* Ludo Discord server for real-time community interaction and quick queries: [https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR](https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR)

Remember to check the "What's New" section regularly for updates on new features and improvements to the platform.

Access a wealth of support options including tutorials, documentation, webinars, and community forums. Our dedicated support team and active Discord server are always ready to assist you.

Support and Resources

The Favorites feature in Ludo.ai allows you to curate and manage a personal collection of inspiring content across the platform. This feature is designed to streamline your creative process and ensure that no valuable ideas or resources are lost during your game development journey.

#### Saving to Favorites

As you navigate through Ludo.ai's various tools and features, you'll find a "heart" icon associated with different types of content. This icon appears alongside:

* Game ideas generated by the Game Ideator
* Images created through the Image Generation tool
* Reference games found through the Research tool

By clicking this heart icon, you instantly save the item to your Favorites, making it easily accessible for future reference.

#### Accessing and Organizing Favorites

Your saved items are conveniently stored on the Favorites page, which you can access from the main navigation menu. This page is thoughtfully organized into four main categories:

1. Game Ideas
2. Games (reference games from your searches)
3. Images

### Utilizing Favorited Content

The true power of the Favorites feature lies in its integration with your game development process:

* Create New Projects: Use any favorited item as a starting point for a new Game Concept project, instantly transforming inspiration into action.
* Enhance Existing Projects: Seamlessly add favorited elements to your ongoing Game Concept projects, enriching your ideas with saved content.
* Reference and Inspiration: Revisit your saved items anytime for inspiration or to compare your current work against reference games or ideas.

The Favorites feature in Ludo.ai allows you to save, organize, and easily access inspirational content across the platform, streamlining your game development process.

Favorites

Currently, Ludo.ai's interface and generated content are available in English. This includes all user interface elements, tooltips, generated game concepts, descriptions, and AI-assisted conversations. All user inputs and prompts are also expected to be in English. While inputs in other languages can work to some extent, the best performance and quality of results will always be achieved by providing inputs or prompts with clearly written English.

While English is our primary language, we recognize the global nature of game development and the diverse needs of our user base, and are working towards wider language support. In the meantime, we offer the following suggestions for non-native English speakers:

1. Use browser translation tools for navigating the interface if needed.
2. Remember that while the output is in English, you can always adapt and translate the generated concepts for your specific language needs.

Ludo.ai currently operates in English. All prompts and inputs should be in English.

Language Support

Market Trends is Ludo.ai's advanced market intelligence tool designed to provide real-time insights into the gaming market's dynamics. Updated every 24 hours, it offers a comprehensive view of market movements, emerging opportunities, and established successes across various app stores.

The tool presents data through an intuitive dashboard interface that breaks down complex market information into actionable insights. It focuses on four key aspects of market analysis:

* Rapidly emerging trends that signal future opportunities
* Established market segments with proven success
* New release patterns indicating developer interest and investment
* Market positioning and performance metrics for different game categories

Market Trends helps game developers, publishers, and market analysts:

* Identify emerging market opportunities before they become mainstream
* Validate game concepts against market performance data
* Understand the current competitive landscape
* Track how different game styles and mechanics perform over time
* Make data-driven decisions about game development and marketing strategies

An overview of Market Trends as a market intelligence tool that helps game developers identify emerging opportunities and track market evolution through AI-powered topic analysis and trend tracking.

Introduction to Market Trends

### Basic Navigation

* Access Market Trends from the sidebar menu
* View the main dashboard for immediate market insights
* Click on topics or "More" buttons to explore detailed views
* Use the sidebar for quick navigation between different views

### Using Filters

You can find the following filters at the top of the dashboard:

* Source: Filter trends by specific stores
* Genres: Filter trends by specific game genres
* Locations: View trends in different geographical markets

All subsequent analysis and data shown in Market Trends will reflect your active filters, helping you focus on relevant market segments for your specific needs.

A quick guide to navigating the tool and using market filters effectively, helping you focus your analysis on specific genres, locations, platforms, and time periods.

Getting Started with Market Trends

### What are Game Topics


Game Topics are AI-generated classifications that group similar games based on shared characteristics. Unlike traditional genre classifications, Topics provide a more nuanced and multi-dimensional view of the market by considering multiple aspects of each game simultaneously.

### Topic Categories


Market Trends organizes Topics into five main categories:

1. Overall Topics
    * General game groupings based on comprehensive similarity analysis
    * Cross-dimensional patterns combining multiple game aspects
    * Broader market segments that represent distinct game types
    * Holistic view of game categories regardless of specific features
2. Game Mechanics
    * Fundamental gameplay systems and interaction patterns
    * Core loops and player engagement mechanisms
    * Progression systems and challenge structures
    * Player input methods and control schemes
3. Game Themes
    * Narrative settings and contexts
    * Story elements and world-building aspects
    * Thematic inspirations and cultural references
    * Environmental and atmospheric elements
4. Art Styles
    * Visual presentation approaches
    * Graphic design philosophies
    * Technical art execution methods
    * Aesthetic influences and artistic directions
5. Subgenres
    * Specialized game categories within broader genres
    * Hybrid game types combining multiple genre elements
    * Emerging game format variations
    * Niche market segments

### Topic Analysis and Market Metrics


Topics are analyzed across two primary dimensions:

**Charts Performance Analysis**

* Exponential Growth: Tracks topics rapidly gaining new players day over day
* Chart Toppers: Measures topics with highest new player acquisition over 7 days
* Most Top-Chart Games: Identifies topics with most games in Top-200 Overall
* Uniqueness: Highlights topics that differ from other top-charting games

**New Releases Analysis**

* Growing Number of Releases: Tracks month-over-month increase in game releases
* Very Recent Releases: Measures new game releases over past 14 days
* New Game Topics: Identifies recently emerged topics in new releases
* Uniqueness: Highlights topics that differ from other recent releases


This dual analysis approach helps you:

* Identify both established successes and emerging opportunities
* Understand which topics are gaining traction with players
* Track developer interest and investment through release patterns
* Spot unique market positions that stand out from current trends
* Make informed decisions about game design and market timing

An overview of how Market Trends classifies games into AI-generated topics across different categories (Overall, Mechanics, Themes, Art Styles, Subgenres) and analyzes them through both chart performance and new releases metrics.

Understanding Game Topics

The Market Trends dashboard provides a comprehensive market overview organized into distinct sections that help you quickly grasp current market dynamics and emerging opportunities.

### Overview and Purpose

The dashboard serves as your central command center for market intelligence, combining multiple views and metrics to provide a complete picture of the gaming market. It's designed to help you:

* Identify emerging opportunities early
* Monitor established market segments
* Track developer activity and market investment
* Understand market positioning of different game types

### Dashboard Sections

#### Quickly Rising in the Charts

Located in the left section of the dashboard, this area highlights game categories experiencing rapid growth in popularity and rankings. These represent emerging trends that could become tomorrow's market leaders. Each topic shows:

* Representative game examples
* Relative growth metrics
* Visual samples of successful games in the category

#### Established in the Charts

Positioned in the middle section, this area displays game categories with proven staying power and consistent performance. These represent reliable, stable market segments with sustained player interest. You'll find:

* Long-term successful games
* Consistent performers
* Stable market segments
* Proven game formulas

#### Increasing New Releases

The right section highlights game categories seeing a surge in new game releases from developers. These represent areas where creators are actively investing resources, suggesting anticipated market opportunities. This section shows:

* Recent launch patterns
* Developer investment trends
* Emerging market segments
* New market entrants

#### Market Landscape

This visual representation plots games' chart position against their trend direction, providing a clear picture of the most relevant games currently in the market. The visualization helps you:

* Understand market positioning (Y-axis shows chart position)
* Track performance trends (X-axis shows trend direction as percentage)
* Identify market leaders and challengers
* Monitor competitive positioning

Reading the Graph:

* X-Axis: Represents change in downloads/players share over 7 days
* Y-Axis: Shows share of new downloads/players
* Position interpretation:
    * Top Right: High share and growing (market leaders)
    * Top Left: High share but declining (mature categories)
    * Bottom Right: Low share but growing (emerging opportunities)
    * Bottom Left: Low share and declining (struggling categories)

#### Topic Categories Analysis (Specific Trends)

The dashboard includes dedicated sections showing the fastest-growing topics in different categories. Each category lists topics sorted by growth rate, with progress bars indicating relative growth velocity.

* Game Mechanics: Trending gameplay systems and interaction patterns
* Game Themes: Rising thematic elements and settings
* Art Styles: Growing visual presentation approaches
* Subgenres: Emerging subcategories
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#### Top Game Topics Table

Located at the bottom of the dashboard, this comprehensive table provides detailed metrics for significant game topics, including:

* Power Index: Overall topic strength indicator
* Growth: Percentage change in market presence
* Player Share: Market penetration metrics
* Top Chart Games: Number of games in top rankings
* Variation in New Releases: Changes in launch frequency
* Recent Releases: Number of new games in the category

### Navigation and Interaction

From the dashboard, you can:

* Click "More" in any section to access detailed topic lists
* Click on any topic to view its detailed page, which includes:
    * Topic description
    * Key characteristics
    * Games included in the topic
    * Related mechanics/themes tags
    * Options to compare to market or generate game ideas

A comprehensive look at the dashboard's three main sections (Quickly Rising, Established, and Increasing New Releases), Market Landscape visualization, and Top Game Topics table, showing how each component helps track market trends.

Understanding the Dashboard

When you click "More" in any dashboard section or category, you'll access detailed topic list views that provide deeper insights into market trends. These views offer different sorting options depending on whether you're analyzing chart performance or new releases.

### List View Layout

Each topic in the list displays:

* Topic title
* Topic performance information on hover
* List of most relevant games with icons and screenshots
* Performance metrics for each of the games, along with release dates and developer information

### Sorting Options


**Chart Performance View Sorting**

* Exponential Growth: Orders topics by those rapidly increasing their new player acquisition day over day
* Chart Toppers: Lists topics based on highest number of new players accumulated over the past 7 days
* Most Top-Chart Games: Ranks topics by number of games present in the Top-200 Overall
* Uniqueness: Highlights topics that significantly differ from other games in the top charts

**New Releases View Sorting**

* Growing Number of Releases: Orders by highest month-over-month increase in game releases
* Very Recent Releases: Ranks by number of new game releases over the past 14 days
* New Game Topics: Shows topics that have most recently emerged in new releases
* Uniqueness: Highlights topics that stand out from other recently released games

### Topic Details

Clicking on the title of any topic opens a detailed view that includes:

* Comprehensive topic description
* Key characteristics and defining features
* Full list of games in the topic

### Topic Actions

#### Compare to Market

This action takes you to the Market Analysis tool, where you can:

* Get a detailed Ludo Score for the topic
* See comprehensive market performance data
* Access historical trend information
* Analyze the topic's positioning against broader market trends
* Perform detailed competitive analysis

#### Generate Game Ideas

This feature helps spark creativity by:

* Generating unique game concepts based on the topic's characteristics
* Suggesting novel combinations of mechanics and themes
* Providing variations on successful formulas within the topic
* Offering innovative approaches to the topic's core elements


These tools help you:

* Validate market opportunities
* Find unique angles within established topics
* Get inspiration for new game concepts
* Make data-driven development decisions

Detailed explanation of how to use topic lists, sort views, and access topic details, including powerful analysis tools like "Compare to Market" and "Generate Game Ideas" for deeper market insights.

Topic List Views

### Identifying Market Opportunities

#### Using the Dashboard

* Monitor "Quickly Rising in the Charts" to identify emerging game categories before they become saturated
* Study "Established in the Charts" to understand what makes a topic maintain long-term success
* Use "Increasing New Releases" to spot where developers are placing their bets

#### Leveraging Topic Categories

* Review Game Mechanics trends to identify which gameplay systems are gaining traction
* Track Game Themes to spot rising narrative and setting preferences
* Monitor Art Styles growth rates to align visual development with market trends
* Use Subgenres analysis to find successful niches within broader categories

### Validating Game Concepts

#### Using Compare to Market

* Get a detailed Ludo Score for your chosen topic
* Access comprehensive market data and historical performance
* Understand competitive positioning and market saturation
* Analyze growth patterns and player acquisition trends
* Identify market risks and opportunities through detailed metrics

#### Generating and Refining Ideas

* Use "Generate Game Ideas" to explore variations within successful topics
* Combine insights from multiple trending topics to create unique concepts
* Study topic descriptions to understand key characteristics players expect
* Review related tags to identify complementary features and themes

### Leveraging Market Analysis Tool


For a deep dive on a certain topic or theme, make sure to try the Market Analysis tool.

* Compare multiple topics to understand relative market positions
* Get detailed competitive analysis for your chosen segment
* Access historical trend data to identify seasonal patterns
* Validate growth potential through detailed performance data

Practical guidance on using the tool's features to identify market opportunities and validate game concepts through market analysis and idea generation tools.

Using Market Trends for Game Development

### Common Issues

1\. Data not loading:
 \* Refresh the page
 \* Clear your browser cache and cookies
 \* Try a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.)
2\. Slow performance:
 \* Close unnecessary browser tabs and applications
 \* Clear your browser cache and cookies

### Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How often is the data updated?
A: Market Trends data refreshes every 24 hours

Q: Why do I see different numbers for the same topic in different views?
A: Different views use different time windows and metrics for analysis

Q: What if a topic shows high growth but low market share?
A: This often indicates an emerging trend worth monitoring

Q: Why might I see fewer games in a topic than expected?
A: Topics only include games that meet specific similarity thresholds

### Getting Help

If problems persist\, contact Ludo\.ai support for assistance or join our Discord server: \[https://discord\.gg/FmTPyugsrR\]\(https://discord\.gg/FmTPyugsrR\)



Solutions to common technical issues and answers to frequently asked questions about data updates, metrics interpretation, and feature access.

The Game Concept tool in Ludo.ai offers multiple ways to begin crafting your game idea. Here are the most common approaches:

1. Starting from a Generated Idea:
    * Use Ludo's Game Ideator or the Step-by-Step Ideation in the homepage to generate game concepts.
    * When you find an idea you like, click the "Develop This Idea" button.
    * This automatically creates a new Game Concept document pre-filled with the generated idea's details.
2. Importing a Concept on the Homepage:
    * On the Ludo.ai homepage, look for the "Import Your Game Concept" option.
    * Click to open the import dialog.
    * Set your preferences: Platform (e.g., Mobile), Style, and Perspective.
    * Enter a title and description for your game concept.
    * Optionally, drag and drop or browse to add images.
    * Click the "Import" button to create your new Game Concept document.
3. Starting from Scratch:
    * Click the purple plus sign (+) on the top menu bar to start a new blank document.
    * Give your concept a title and write a brief description.
    * Use the options at the top to specify your game's style, perspective, genre, and platform. These choices help tailor AI suggestions and refine your concept's focus.
    * Add an icon and header image by clicking the placeholders at the top.

Whichever method you choose, once your Game Concept document is created:

* Use the "Add Section" button (the blinking plus sign) to build out your concept. You can write sections yourself or leverage AI suggestions for inspiration.

Remember, your Game Concept is a living document. You can always return to it later to make changes or additions as your idea evolves. Whether you're starting from a Ludo-generated idea, importing a concept, or beginning from scratch, the Game Concept tool provides a flexible environment to develop and refine your game vision.

This section outlines three main ways to begin a game concept: using a Ludo-generated idea, importing a concept, or starting from scratch. It guides users through the initial setup process for each method.

Getting Started with Game Concept

When you use the "Develop This Idea" button on a Ludo-generated game concept, your new Game Design Document (GDD) comes pre-populated with several key elements:

1. Title and Description: The game's title and a brief description are automatically filled in based on the generated idea.
2. Visual Elements:
    * An icon representing the game concept is added.
    * A header image that captures the essence of the game idea is included.
3. Game Parameters:
    * Platform, Style, Perspective, and Genre based on the generated idea
4. Ludo Score: An initial market viability score for the concept, including:
    * Chart Dominance
    * Trend Potential
    * Newcomer Impact
    * Creative Edge
5. Similar Games: A selection of existing games that share similarities with your concept, providing context and inspiration.
6. Image Gallery: The conceptual art image that was generated with the initial game idea.
7. Trending Games: A list of currently popular games that are relevant to your concept's genre or theme.

This pre-populated content serves as a starting point for your game design document. From here, you can use Ludo's AI-assisted tools to expand on these elements, add new sections, and refine your game concept further. Remember, you can edit, remove, or add to any of these default elements to better align with your vision for the game.

You can also specify or modify game parameters like platform, style, perspective, and genre at any time to help tailor AI suggestions and refine your concept's focus.

Understand what elements are automatically included when creating a Game Design Document from a Ludo-generated idea. This section outlines the pre-populated content that serves as a starting point for your concept.

Default Content in Game Concept from Generated Idea

Expanding your game concept is a creative process made easier with AI assistance. Here's how to add depth to your idea:

1. Click the "Add Section" button (purple plus sign) within your document.
2. Choose a section type from the right sidebar. Options include Mechanics, Theme, Characters, and more.
3. For AI-generated content, you have the "Suggestions" option. that generates ideas based on your existing content. The Suggestions option typically opens a textbox:
    1. Leave empty to let Ludo be creative and come up with things that make sense for your game, or
    2. Specify what you want to create. The text can be anything from keywords to very specific instructions.
4. If you need a custom section not provided in the standard options, scroll down to "Custom Text" and create your own.
5. For each section, you can use the "Ask Ludo" feature to get more specific AI assistance or refinement.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different sections and ideas. The goal is to create a comprehensive vision of your game.

Learn how to expand your game concept using the "Add Section" feature, leveraging AI suggestions or creating custom content. This section explains how to build out your concept document effectively.

Adding Content to Your Game Concept

The "Suggestions" button is your primary tool for leveraging AI assistance within the Game Concept tool. Available across all sections and elements of your Game Design Document (GDD), this button offers a versatile and intuitive way to generate and refine your game ideas using AI.

**How to Use the "Suggestions" Button:**

The "Suggestions" button adapts to your needs based on whether you provide a text input and whether the element you're working on already contains content.

Here are the different ways you can use the "Suggestions" button:

* **Creating Something New (Starting from Blank):**
    * **Without Text Input:** Simply click the "Suggestions" button on an empty section or element. Ludo will generate relevant content that fits your overall game concept and the type of element you are working on. This is ideal for brainstorming initial ideas or filling in blank sections with contextually appropriate suggestions.
    * **With Text Input:** Click the "Suggestions" button and type your request or instruction into the text input field that appears. Ludo will generate new content specifically designed to address your prompt, while still keeping it relevant to your game concept. This allows you to guide the AI to create precisely what you need, whether it's text or images.
* **Enhancing Existing Content (Building Upon What You Have):**
    * **Without Text Input:** Click the "Suggestions" button on a section or element that already has content. Ludo will intelligently expand upon what you've already written or created, adding more detail and depth to your existing work. This is perfect for elaborating on descriptions, mechanics, or character backstories.
    * **With Text Input:** Click the "Suggestions" button and type your instruction into the text input field. Ludo will modify and refine the existing content based on your specific directions. This allows you to easily iterate and improve upon your current writing or descriptions. For example, you could ask Ludo to "make this paragraph more concise" or "rewrite this section to focus on gameplay."

Understanding the "Suggestions" Button

The "Ask Ludo" feature is your AI assistant throughout the game concept creation process. Here's how to make the most of it:

1. For overall concept feedback, use the "Ask Ludo" button at the top of your document. This is great for high-level suggestions or to brainstorm new ideas.
2. Within specific sections, you'll find an "Ask Ludo" button that provides targeted assistance for that particular element of your game.
3. When using "Ask Ludo", provide clear and specific prompts. For example, "How can I make my main character more compelling?" or "Suggest some unique gameplay mechanics for a puzzle platformer."
4. Remember, Ludo's suggestions are starting points. Feel free to edit, combine, or completely change the AI's ideas to fit your vision.
5. If you're stuck, ask Ludo for examples from existing games or for ways to subvert common tropes in your chosen genre.

The key to effectively using "Ask Ludo" is to view it as a collaborative tool, not a replacement for your creativity.

Explore how to utilize the "Ask Ludo" feature for both overall concept feedback and specific element assistance. This section provides tips on crafting effective prompts for AI-generated suggestions.

Using the Ask Ludo AI Assistance

Visual elements can bring your game concept to life. Here's how to incorporate them:

1. Add an "Image Gallery" section to your document.
2. You have several options for adding images:
    * "Suggest Art": Generates concept art based on your document's content.
    * "Suggest Gameplay": Creates gameplay images based on your described mechanics and theme.
    * "Image Generator": Use text prompts to generate custom images.
    * Search Tool: Find and use existing game images as references.
    * Favorites: Use images you've previously saved.
    * Upload: Add your own custom images from your computer.
3. For game elements like characters or items, you can generate specific images. In the relevant section, look for an option to generate or add an image for that element.
4. To edit a generated image, click on the image and then click the "Edit" button. This allows you to refine the image further.

Visual elements are powerful tools for conveying your game's atmosphere and style, so take time to curate them carefully.


Discover various methods to incorporate images into your game concept, including AI-generated art, gameplay visuals, and custom uploads. This section covers how to visually enhance your concept document.

Adding Visual Elements

You can directly generate 3D assets within your Game Concept document, streamlining the process of visualizing and populating your game world.

1. **Add an "Assets" Section:**
    *   Click the "Add Section" button (purple plus sign) within your Game Concept document.
    *   Scroll down and select "Assets" from the section options.
2. **Generate Assets:**
    *   Click on "Suggestions" to have Ludo automatically generate asset ideas and their images based on your existing game concept.
    *   Optionally, provide a text input in the Suggestions text field to enter your instructions for the assets you desire.
3. **Manage Your Assets:**
    *   All generated assets will be conveniently listed in the "Assets" section.
    *   Download the asset in your preferred format.


**Benefits of Generating Assets in Game Concept:**

*   **Contextualized Generation:** Ludo's AI considers your entire game concept when generating assets, ensuring they align with your game's theme, style, and mechanics.
*   **Streamlined Workflow:** Create and manage your game assets without leaving your Game Concept document.
*   **Visual Consistency:** Maintain a consistent visual style by generating all your assets within the same environment.
*   **Faster Prototyping:** Quickly populate your game world with placeholder assets generated directly from your concept.

**Tips for Generating Assets:**

*   **Be Specific in Your Prompts:** When using text input in the Suggestions, provide detailed descriptions of the assets you need.
*   **Leverage Existing Content:** Use "Suggestions" to get ideas based on your game's description, characters, and world.
*   **Iterate and Refine:** Generate variations of assets and refine them until they meet your requirements.


This new "Assets" section further integrates asset creation into your game design workflow, making it easier than ever to bring your game world to life.

Generate 3D assets for your game directly from the Game Concept page

Adding and Generating 3D Assets in Game Concept

Adding existing games as references can help contextualize your concept. Here's how:

1. Add a "Games" section to your document using the "Add Section" button.
2. You have several methods to add reference games:
    * "Suggestions": Let the AI recommend similar games based on your concept.
    * Favorites: Choose from games you've previously saved.
    * Top Charts: Find currently popular games across various platforms. You can choose from different game stores like Steam, Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and more.
    * Trends: Discover games that are currently trending or rising in popularity. You can filter by store, location, and genre.
    * Search: Use keywords to find games across Ludo's entire database. You can provide keywords or search phrases and use filters to narrow down the results.
    * Manual Entry: If you know the game title, simply type it in.
3. For each reference game, consider adding a note about why it's relevant to your concept.
4. Use these references to illustrate specific mechanics, art styles, or thematic elements you're aiming for.

Remember, reference games are tools to communicate your vision and inspiration, not limitations on your creativity.

Learn how to add existing games as references to contextualize your concept. This section explains different ways to find and include relevant games in your document.

Incorporating Reference Games

You can find the Ludo Score for you game concept by clicking on "Ludo Score" at the top of the game concept page. The Ludo Score is a unique feature that evaluates your concept's market potential.

When you make significant changes to your game concept, you should update the Ludo Score by clicking on Update Score in the first section inside the Ludo Score tab.

You can also select the stores and the country at the top. The Ludo Score will be calculated based on this data. That is, if you select "Steam", you will see metrics that compare your game to other games in Steam. If you select App Store, it compares your game to other games in App Store, using the market data from the selected country.

For each of the Ludo Score metrics you will find:

* The score and a brief explanation of what it is.
* The list of similar games that support the score.
* A plot with additional related information, that may not directly affect the score.

If you have any questions about a metrics, or how it relates to your game, you should click on "Ask Ludo" next to each metric. You will get an AI chat assistant that uses the context of your game, the current game market, and the score of your game.

**You can find more information about the specifics of the Ludo Score in the "Ludo Score" section of the documentation.**

Understand the Ludo Score system, which evaluates your concept's market potential. This section breaks down the score components and explains how to interpret and use this information.

Understanding and Using the Ludo Score

Game development is an iterative process, and your concept should evolve over time:

1. Return to your saved document whenever you have new ideas or insights.
2. Regularly use "Ask Ludo" for suggestions on areas that might need improvement.
3. Review each section critically, ensuring it's clear, focused, and aligned with your overall vision.
4. Consider exporting your concept and sharing it with trusted peers for external feedback.
5. Experiment with changes to see how they affect your Ludo Score and overall concept coherence.
6. Don't be afraid to remove or dramatically alter sections if they're not serving your vision.
7. Keep an eye on market trends using the Trends tool, but balance trend-following with maintaining your unique creative voice.

Remember, refining your concept is about enhancing your core idea, not completely changing it with every iteration.

Get guidance on iteratively improving your game concept over time. This section offers strategies for critical review and refinement of your idea.

Refining Your Game Concept

This powerful feature accelerates game development by automatically generating C# scripts for Unity, based on the defined game mechanics and objects. It provides a solid foundation, allowing developers to focus on refining gameplay and adding unique features rather than writing boilerplate code.

### How to Use

1. **Navigate to "Unity Code" tab:** After defining your game concept in the "Edit" tab, switch to the "Unity Code" tab.
2. **Generate Scripts:** Click the "Generate Scripts" button to initiate code generation. Ludo.ai will analyze your game concept and create essential scripts for various game components.
3. **Review and Edit:** The generated scripts are displayed in a user-friendly interface. You can review each script individually, modify existing code, or regenerate specific scripts based on updated requirements using the "Re-generate Script" button next to each script name. Provide a brief description of the desired changes in the provided text box.
4. **Generate New Scripts:** If you require additional scripts beyond the initially generated set, click the "New Script" button. Describe the functionality of the new script in the prompt, and Ludo.ai will generate the corresponding C# code.
5. **Download:** Once you are satisfied with the generated code, click the "Download All" button to download all scripts as a zip file. This file can then be imported directly into your Unity project. Alternatively, you can download individual scripts using the "Download Script" button next to each script name. You can also copy the code of individual scripts by clicking the "Copy Code" button.

### Benefits

* **Jumpstart Development:** Save significant time and effort by automating the creation of fundamental game scripts.
* **Clear Structure:** The generated code follows best practices and provides a well-organized structure for your project.
* **Focus on Creativity:** Free up time to concentrate on core gameplay mechanics, level design, and other creative aspects.
* **Reduce Errors:** Minimize potential errors by using automatically generated code that adheres to Unity's standards.
* **Iterate Quickly:** Easily regenerate scripts as your game concept evolves, ensuring consistency and reducing manual updates.

By leveraging the Unity Code Generation feature, developers can streamline their workflow, accelerate prototyping, and bring their game ideas to life more efficiently.

Ludo.ai's Unity Code Generation automatically creates C# scripts based on your game concept, providing a solid foundation and accelerating development by letting you focus on gameplay rather than boilerplate code.

Unity Code Generation

Once you're satisfied with your game concept, you may want to share it:

1. Click the "Share" button at the top right of your document.
2. Choose to export as a PDF file. This creates a professionally formatted document of your entire concept.
3. If you're a Studio subscriber, you have the option to share directly to Slack. To use this feature:
    * Ensure your Slack integration is set up correctly in your Ludo.ai account settings.
    * Select the Slack option when sharing.
    * Choose the appropriate Slack channel or direct message to send your concept to.
4. Use your exported concept to:
    * Distribute to team members or stakeholders
    * Import into other game development tools
    * Present your idea to potential publishers or investors

Remember, your game concept document is a living blueprint. Even after exporting, continue to refine and update it as your game development progresses.

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Learn how to export your completed game concept as a PDF or share it via Slack. This section covers the options for distributing your concept to team members or stakeholders.

Exporting and Sharing

Here are some common problems and their solutions:

1. AI suggestions aren't relevant:
    * Provide specific instructions in the text field of the "Suggestions" button for more control over the output.
    * Remember that AI suggestions are starting points. Feel free to edit or combine ideas.
2. Ludo Score isn't updating:
    * Ensure you've clicked "Calculate Ludo Score" after making changes to your concept.
    * Add more details to your concept. A more comprehensive document often results in a more accurate score.
3. Don't like the images generated for game elements:
    * Try generating images with your own prompts instead of getting suggestions.
    * You can do this by clicking on the Image Generator button next to suggestions, when you click on the image.
    * You can also edit the generated image by clicking on the Edit button when you click on the image.
4. Can't find a specific section type:
    * Scroll through all options in the "Add Section" sidebar.
    * If the section you need isn't available, use the "Custom Text" option to create it.
5. Document seems cluttered or unfocused:
    * Use the "Ask Ludo" feature for suggestions on streamlining your concept.
    * Review each section critically, removing or condensing as necessary.
6. Can't export or share the document:
    * Ensure you're clicking the "Share" button at the top right of your document.
    * If sharing to Slack isn't working, verify that you have a Studio subscription and that your Slack integration is set up correctly.

If you encounter persistent issues not covered here, don't hesitate to contact Ludo.ai's support team for assistance, or join our Discord server: [https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR](https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR)

Find solutions to common issues you might encounter while using the Game Concept tool. This section provides quick fixes and workarounds for various potential problems.

To start using the Image Generator, follow these simple steps:

1. **Select Image Type:** Choose the type of image you want to create:
    * **Concept art:** Generate artistic representations of your game's world, characters, or environments. This mode is ideal for brainstorming visual concepts and exploring different artistic styles.
    * **Gameplay examples:** Create images that depict gameplay, similar to game screenshots. This mode helps you visualize how your game will look and feel in action.
    * **Icons:** Create game icons with a 1:1 format, like those found in app stores. These icons are essential for representing your game in app listings and marketing materials.
    * **Headers (feature graphics):** Generate game headers with a 2:1 format, like those found in app stores. Headers are used to showcase your game's key features and attract attention in app listings.
2. **Input Prompt:** Enter detailed image descriptions or game titles in the input box. The more descriptive you are, the better the results. Here are some examples:
    * "A strong female cyborg is jumping away from an explosion made by flying aliens shooting laser beams at her on a busy road of a futuristic city" (Genre: Action, Art Style: Anime)
    * "A sorcerer in its hut holding a green potion jar and making magic with it" (Art Style: Cartoon)
    * "A fantasy world with towering mountains, lush forests, and sparkling rivers"
    * "A spaceship flying through a nebula with stars and planets in the background"
    * "A strong female cyborg with glowing blue cybernetic implants is leaping away from a massive explosion."
    * "A player character navigating a maze with traps and puzzles"
3. **Apply Filters (Optional):** Use the filters on the left side of the screen to refine your image generation. These filters allow you to control the style, colors, and other aspects of the generated images.
4. **Save**: To save a generated image you like, click the "Add to Favorites" button at the top right of the image. This will save it to your Favorites within Ludo.ai, where you can easily find it later. You can also click the download icon to save the image file locally to your device.

To start using the Image Generator, select the image type you want to create, input a descriptive prompt, and apply optional filters to refine your image generation.

The Image Generator offers four distinct modes, each designed for a specific purpose:

* **Art:** Create concept art or other artistic creations. This mode is ideal for brainstorming visual concepts and exploring different artistic styles. Use this mode to generate images for:
    * Visualizing characters and their designs
    * Creating mood boards for different environments
    * Exploring different art styles for your game
    * Brainstorming visual concepts for your game's world
* **Gameplay:** Generate images that depict gameplay, similar to game screenshots. This mode helps you visualize how your game will look and feel in action. Use this mode to:
    * Create mockups of gameplay screens
    * Visualize level design and layout
    * Showcase specific gameplay mechanics
    * Test different camera angles and perspectives
* **Asset**: This mode is designed to generate images of individual game assets such as characters, items, or UI elements. Key features include:
    * Centered subject: The generated asset is always positioned in the center of the image.
    * No background: Assets are created without a background, making them easy to integrate into your game.
    * Clear focus: The subject is rendered in clear focus, ensuring detailed and crisp results.
    * Isolated elements: Perfect for creating standalone game elements that can be easily incorporated into your project.
* **Icons:** Create game icons with a 1:1 format, like those found in app stores. These icons are essential for representing your game in app listings and marketing materials. Use this mode to:
    * Generate unique and eye-catching icons for your game
    * Experiment with different icon styles and designs
    * Create icons for specific game features or characters
* **Header:** Generate game headers with a 2:1 format, like those found in app stores. Headers are used to showcase your game's key features and attract attention in app listings. Use this mode to:
    * Create visually appealing headers for your game
    * Highlight important gameplay features or characters
    * Design headers that capture the essence of your game

The Image Generator offers four distinct modes: Art, Gameplay, Icons, and Header, each designed for a specific purpose, from brainstorming visual concepts to creating app store assets.

Image Generation Modes

After generating an image, you can refine or customize it further by using the "Generate Similar Images" button. This allows you to create variations based on the initial image. You can also use the filters and the prompt box to make more specific changes.

Here are some ways you can refine and customize your images:

* **Adding new elements or objects:** Add elements to your image, such as characters, objects, or environmental features.
    * **Prompt example:** "Add birds to the sky, over the rainbow"
* **Removing or modifying existing parts of the image:** Remove or modify elements in your image.
    * **Prompt example:** "Remove the mountains in the background"
* **Replacing certain elements with something else:** Replace existing elements with new ones.
    * **Prompt example:** "Replace the tree with a cactus"
* **Changing the overall color scheme, setting, or artistic style:** Alter the image's overall look and feel.
    * **Prompt example:** "Change the overall color scheme to purple and pink hues"
    * **Prompt example:** "Make it look like a Vincent van Gogh painting"
* **Adjusting the composition, lighting, or perspective:** Make changes to the image's arrangement, lighting, or viewpoint.
    * **Prompt example:** "Change the camera angle to a top-down view"
    * **Prompt example:** "Add more light to the scene"

#### Retaining Original Elements

You can use a reference image to guide the AI's generation. Click the "Choose Initial Image" button and select an image from your device or favorites. Then, provide a prompt describing the modifications you want to see. For example, if you upload an image of a dinosaur, you could type in "dinosaur catching balls".

When editing an image, you can use the "Retain" options to control how much of the original image's composition and elements are preserved.

* **Details:** This option preserves the main image edges (including fine details).
    * **Prompt example:** "Change the horse's color to white" (with "Details" selected, the AI will try to preserve the horse's original shape and details as much as possible)
* **Composition:** This option preserves the overall composition (depth map).
    * **Prompt example:** "Add a rainbow arcing across the sky" (with "Composition" selected, the AI will try to preserve the original image's layout and arrangement)
* **Color:** This option preserves the colors of the original image.
    * **Prompt example:** "Change the apple to a pear" (with "Color" selected, the AI will try to preserve the original image's colors)
* **Nothing**: When you deselect all "Retain" options, the overall style and look and feel of the original image will be preserved.

#### Image Strength

The "Image Strength" slider determines how much of the original image is preserved when applying your modifications. A higher strength means the edits will be more subtle, while a lower strength allows for more dramatic changes.

* **High Strength:** Use a high strength value for minor tweaks and adjustments to the image. The AI will try to preserve the original image's composition and elements as much as possible.
    * **Prompt example:** "Change the horse's color to white" (with a high strength value, the AI will try to preserve the horse's original shape and details as much as possible)
* **Low Strength:** Use a low strength value for significant alterations to the image. The AI will be more free to make changes to the composition, colors, and elements.
    * **Prompt example:** "Change the apple to a pear, add a small knife next to the pear" (with a low strength value, the AI will be more free to change the composition and elements of the image)

#### Combining Edits

You can include multiple editing instructions in the same prompt. For example, you could write something like:
"Remove the mountains in the background, change the car's color to bright red, and add a full moon in the night sky."
The AI will attempt to apply all the specified edits to your image at once.

#### Limitations

Currently, it's not possible to edit only specific parts of an image. The edits will always affect the full image.

You can refine and customize your images by using the "Generate Similar Images" button, editing filters, modifying the prompt, and using the "Retain" options to control how much of the original image's composition and elements are preserved.

Refining and Customizing Images

The Image Generator offers several filters and options to help you refine your image generation:

* **Genres:** Choose the main game genre(s) you want to see in the generated image. This filter is particularly relevant for the Gameplay mode, as it helps ensure that the generated images align with the conventions of the chosen genre. For example, if you select "Action" as the genre, the AI will generate images that are more likely to feature fast-paced action, explosions, and dynamic scenes.
* **Colors:** Select the main colors you want to see in the generated image. You can also type in any other more specific colors in the main input box (using a common English color name). For example, you could select "Pink" as the main color and then type in "Purple" and "Blue" in the prompt box to create a more vibrant color scheme.
* **Art Style:** Choose the art style you want to see in the generated image. The Image Generator offers a wide range of art styles, including Cartoonish, Low Poly, Pixel Art, among others.
* **Aspect Ratio:** Choose the aspect ratio of the generated images. The Image Generator offers the following aspect ratios:
    * **Auto:** Chosen automatically based on the image type and platform.
    * **Square:** 1:1 format.
    * **Landscape:** 4:3 format (tablet).
    * **Portrait:** 5:9 format (phone).
    * **Note**: The Icon mode is fixed to a 1:1 format, and the Header mode is fixed to a 2:1 format, regardless of the aspect ratio selected.
* **Creative Mode:** Enable this option if you want to get more varied and creative outputs. Behind the scenes, Ludo will automatically generate additional prompts based on your inputs, resulting in a much larger output variety. The relevance of the results may also vary though, so experimentation is key.

The Image Generator offers several filters and options to help you refine your image generation, including Genres, Colors, Art Style, Aspect Ratio, and Creative Mode.

Filters and Options

The Image Generator is a powerful tool, but it does have some limitations. Here are some common issues you may encounter and how to troubleshoot them:

* **The generated images are not relevant to my prompts:** If the Image Generator is not producing results that match your vision, try the following:
    * Be more specific in your prompts: Include clear details about the desired characters, setting, colors, and other elements you want to see.
    * Use the genre, art style, and color filters to better guide the image generation towards your preferences.
    * Try rephrasing your prompt using different keywords and descriptions that evoke the same concept.
    * Generate variations on the most relevant result to refine it closer to your intended output.
* **The AI is unable to make the changes I requested:** In some cases, the AI may struggle to accurately apply very complex or contradictory editing instructions. If the modifications you requested are not reflected in the output image, try rephrasing your instructions to be more specific or breaking them down into smaller, individual edits. You can also try adjusting the Image Strength and regenerating the image to see if that yields better results. If the AI still can't get it quite right, you may need to experiment with different instructions or start with a new base image.
* **The generated images are not in the desired resolution or size:** If the generated images are not in the desired resolution or size, try adjusting the Aspect Ratio setting. You can also try uploading a reference image with the desired resolution and using the Image Strength slider to control how much of the original image's resolution is preserved.
* **Generation limits:** Be aware that each edit and generation counts toward your monthly generation limit on your Ludo.ai plan. If you exhaust your generation credits, you'll need to upgrade your plan or wait until the next month to make further edits.

If you're still experiencing issues, don't hesitate to reach out to Ludo.ai support, and join our Discord server: [https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR](https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR)

If you are facing issues with the outputs, try being more specific with your prompts, using filters, rephrasing your prompts, and generating variations.

Limitations and Troubleshooting

The Market Analysis tool is your gateway to understanding the gaming landscape for your concept. It's designed to help you evaluate game ideas by analyzing market trends, competition, and potential. Here's how to begin your journey:

1. Start by selecting one or more games in the search bar. These can be existing games, game concepts, game ideas added to the Favorites, trending game topics, or any combination of these. This game or games will define the game niche that will be analysed.
2. Once you've entered your input, click "Add to Analysis". The tool will then create a topic based on existing related games, giving you a snapshot of the current market.
3. To fine-tune your analysis, adjust the search options:
    * Source: Choose between App stores (iOS/Android) or Steam, depending on your target platform.
    * Country: For mobile game analysis, select a specific region. The default is the United States, but you can explore other markets if that's your focus.

You can analyze up to 5 topics simultaneously, allowing for rich comparisons.

Keep in mind that the tool uses data that is updated daily, ensuring you're always working with current market insights. This dynamic approach allows you to track trends and make informed decisions as the market evolves.

The Market Analysis tool helps you evaluate game concepts by analyzing market trends and competition. Learn how to input your game idea, adjust search options, and refine your analysis for optimal results.

Getting Started with Market Analysis

The Ludo Score is at the heart of the Market Analysis tool. It's a comprehensive rating on a scale of 1-10 that represents your game concept's market potential. Think of it as a quick snapshot of how well your idea might perform in the current market.

The final Ludo Score is a weighted average of some of the Chart Dominance, Trend Potential, Newcomer Impact, and Creative Edge scores. While a higher score generally suggests greater overall market potential for your concept, remember that each component provides valuable insights. A game with a moderate overall score but a high Creative Edge, for instance, might still be worth pursuing if you're aiming for a niche market.

Use the Ludo Score as a starting point for deeper analysis, not as the final word on your game's potential. It's a tool to guide your thinking and prompt further investigation into the market landscape for your game concept.

**You can find detailed information about the Ludo Score and its metrics in the Ludo Score section of the documentation.**

The Ludo Score is a comprehensive rating of your game concept's market potential, based on four key metrics. Discover how Chart Dominance, Trend Potential, Newcomer Impact, and Creative Edge combine to give you a snapshot of your idea's market fit.

Understanding the Ludo Score

The Market Analysis tool isn't just about providing data - it's about helping you make informed decisions to refine and improve your game concept. Here's how you can leverage the insights from the tool:

1. Identify underserved niches:
    * Scan the Market Landscape Plot for areas with few similar games but high popularity.
    * Consider how your concept could be adapted to fill these gaps, potentially capturing an underserved audience.
2. Balance innovation and market fit:
    * If your Creative Edge score is high but other metrics are low, think about ways to incorporate some familiar elements that align with market trends.
    * The key is to maintain your unique selling points while improving market alignment. This balance can make your game both innovative and marketable.
3. Refine your target audience:
    * Analyze the characteristics of similar successful games to understand potential player segments.
    * Use this information to adjust your concept and shape your marketing strategy. You might discover unexpected demographics interested in games similar to yours.
4. Iterate and compare:
    * Don't be afraid to run analyses on different versions of your concept.
    * Small tweaks can sometimes lead to significant changes in market potential. This iterative process can help you optimize your game idea.
5. Inform feature planning:
    * Identify popular elements in successful similar games. What features seem to resonate with players in your target market?
    * Consider incorporating trending features that fit naturally with your concept, enhancing its appeal without compromising your vision.
6. Support investment decisions:
    * When you're deciding between multiple game concepts, use the Market Analysis tool to evaluate their relative market potential.
    * This data-driven approach can help you prioritize development resources, focusing on the ideas with the strongest market alignment.

Remember, while the Market Analysis tool provides valuable insights, it should complement rather than replace your creative vision and understanding of your target audience. Use it as a guide to refine your ideas and make informed decisions, but don't let it stifle your creativity or passion for your unique game concept.

It's important to note that chasing trends mindlessly is rarely a winning long-term strategy. By the time you release your game, the market may have shifted. Instead, consider using trending topics as creative sparks and combining them with novel elements. The Market Analysis tool can also help you reveal niche opportunities that larger players may have overlooked.

Learn how to use Market Analysis insights to improve your game idea and inform key decisions. From identifying underserved niches to discovering how data can guide your game development process.

Refining Your Game Concept and Decision Making

One of the most powerful features of the Market Analysis tool is the ability to compare up to 5 different game topics simultaneously. This comparative analysis can provide rich insights and help you make more nuanced decisions about your game development. Here's how you can leverage this feature:

1. Evaluate different concept ideas:
    * If you're torn between several game ideas, analyze them all side by side.
    * Compare their Ludo Scores and individual metrics to see which concepts have the best overall market fit.
    * This can help you prioritize which ideas to develop further or which to pursue first.
2. Identify promising hybrid concepts:
    * Compare topics from different genres to spot potential for innovative combinations.
    * You might notice that both your "match-3" topic and your "city-builder" topic have high Trend Potential scores. This could inspire you to create a unique hybrid game combining elements of both.
    * Use these insights to create game concepts that blend popular elements in novel ways.
3. Track evolving trends:
    * Analyze multiple related topics to see how trends shift over time.
    * Use the Weekly Topic Popularity graph to compare trend lines for different concepts.
    * This can help you anticipate future market directions and align your development timeline accordingly.
4. Benchmark against successful games:
    * Include topics based on popular games similar to your concept.
    * Use their metrics as benchmarks for your own game's potential.
    * This can help you set realistic goals and identify areas where you need to improve your concept.

By leveraging the multi-topic analysis feature, you can gain a more comprehensive understanding of the market landscape. This holistic view can inform your decision-making process, helping you refine your game concept, identify your unique selling points, and position your game effectively in the market. Remember, the goal isn't just to follow trends, but to use this data to find the sweet spot where your creative vision meets market opportunity.

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Leverage the power of comparing up to 5 different game topics simultaneously. Understand how this feature can help you evaluate different concepts, identify hybrid opportunities, and gain a comprehensive view of the market landscape.

Analyzing Multiple Topics

If you encounter issues while using the Market Analysis tool, here are some common problems and their solutions:

1. Too many unrelated games in analysis:
    * If you're getting an overwhelming number of results that don't seem closely related to your concept
    * Another possible cause is that there aren't any similar games in the top charts at the moment. In this case, there isn't anything you can do about that, but the Creative Edge metric will always show the most similar games regardless of market performance.
2. Unexpected Ludo Score:
    * If your Ludo Score seems surprisingly high or low, take a closer look at the individual metrics (Chart Dominance, Trend Potential, etc.) for more detailed insights.
    * Try comparing your topic to similar successful games. This can provide context for your scores and help you understand where your concept stands in relation to established titles.
3. Graphs not loading:
    * First, try refreshing the page. Sometimes a simple reload can resolve display issues.
    * If that doesn't work, try clearing your browser cache and reloading the page.
4. Unable to add more topics:
    * Remember that you can analyze up to 5 topics simultaneously. If you're trying to add a sixth topic, you'll need to remove one first.
    * To remove a topic, look for a delete option near the topic name in your list of analyzed topics.

If you've tried these solutions and are still experiencing issues, don't hesitate to reach out to Ludo.ai support, and join our Discord server: [https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR](https://discord.gg/FmTPyugsrR)

Encounter common issues and their solutions when using the Market Analysis tool. From search result problems to graph display issues, find quick fixes and know when to seek additional support.

The Search tool on Ludo.ai is a powerful feature designed to help game developers find inspiration, research market trends, and explore existing games. Here's a more detailed guide to getting started:

1. Accessing the tool: Log into your Ludo.ai account and navigate to the Search tool from the menu bar.
2. Understanding the search bar: The search bar at the top of the page is versatile. You can enter:
    * Game titles (e.g., "Candy Crush Saga")
    * Keywords or themes (e.g., "space exploration")
    * Game mechanics (e.g., "match-3 puzzle")
    * Detailed descriptions (e.g., "top-down shooter with roguelike elements")
3. Using the search options:
    * The dropdown next to the search bar allows you to specify if you're searching for All, Games, Icons, or Screenshots.
    * You can also upload an image or video to search for visually similar content.
4. Interpreting results: The results page is divided into sections for Games, Icons, and Screenshots. Each result provides a snapshot of information, such as the game title, developer, and a small preview image.
5. Refining your search: Use the filters on the left side of the page to narrow down your results. These filters include genres, platforms, release dates, and more.

Remember, the more specific your initial search query, the more targeted your results will be. Experiment with different combinations of keywords and filters to find exactly what you're looking for.

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The Search tool on Ludo.ai allows you to explore millions of games, icons, and screenshots for inspiration and research. Learn how to access the tool, enter effective search queries, and navigate the results page to kickstart your game development process.

Getting Started with Search

Ludo.ai's Search tool offers a comprehensive set of filters to help you narrow down your results. Here's a detailed look at each filter:

1. Genres: This dropdown allows you to select one or multiple game genres. Options include Action, Adventure, Puzzle, Strategy, and more. You can combine genres for more specific searches.
2. Platform: Choose the target platform for the games you're interested in. Options include:
    * Mobile (for iOS and Android games)
    * Desktop (for PC and Mac games)
    * Web (for browser-based games)
3. Stores: Filter by the digital storefronts where games are published. This includes:
    * Apple App Store
    * Google Play Store
    * Steam
    * itch.io
4. Release Date: Narrow your search to games released within a specific timeframe.
5. Graphic Style: This filter helps you find games with specific visual aesthetics.
6. Colors: Filter games or assets based on their dominant color scheme. This is particularly useful when searching for icons or screenshots with a specific palette.
7. Top Developers Only: This checkbox limits your search results to games from established and successful developers or publishers. This can be useful when researching high-performing games in the market.

When using these filters, start broad and then gradually narrow your search. This approach helps ensure you don't accidentally exclude relevant results. Remember that you can combine multiple filters for highly specific searches.

You can also toggle between searching for games, screenshots, icons, or all of them using the dropdown menu next to the search bar.

Refine your search results using a comprehensive set of filters including genres, platforms, release dates, and visual styles. Understand how to use these filters effectively to narrow down your search and find exactly what you're looking for.

Search Filters and Options

When you perform a search on Ludo.ai, the results are organized into three main categories:

1. Games:
    * Each game result typically shows the game's title, developer/publisher name, and a small icon or screenshot.
    * You may see additional information such as the game's genre, release date, or platform.
    * Some results might display a brief description or tagline for the game.
2. Icons:
    * Icon results show app icons and logos associated with games.
    * These are useful for understanding current design trends in game iconography.
3. Screenshots:
    * Screenshot results display in-game visuals, promotional images, or key art from games.
    * These can provide insights into gameplay, art style, and visual marketing approaches.

When you click on a specific result, you'll see more detailed information:

* For games, you might find:
    * An "Overview" section with key analytics and performance metrics
    * Chart positions (peak and current)
    * Number of ratings and average rating
    * Release date and last update date
    * More screenshots or gameplay videos
* For icons and screenshots, you might see:
    * Larger versions of the image
    * Related images or games
    * Options to generate similar images using Ludo.ai's AI tools

You can also click on a screenshot or icon to see other similar images directly in the sidebar.

Pay attention to the performance metrics and visual elements that resonate with you. These can provide valuable insights for your own game development process.

Discover how search results are organized into Games, Icons, and Screenshots categories, and learn to interpret the information provided for each result. Understand how to access more detailed analytics and performance data for specific games to inform your development decisions.

Understanding Search Results

To get the most out of Ludo.ai's Search tool, consider these advanced techniques:

1. Combining search terms: Use multiple keywords to create more specific searches. For example, "casual puzzle match-3 garden" will yield different results than just "puzzle game".
2. Searching for game mechanics: Use specific terms describing gameplay elements, such as "tower defense", "roguelike", or "deck-building". This can help you find games with similar core mechanics to what you're envisioning.
3. Using existing games as a starting point: Type the name of a popular game into the search bar and select it when it appears in the dropdown. This will help you find similar games and understand the market landscape for that type of game.
4. Image-based search: Upload a screenshot or concept art from your game (or a similar game) to find visually similar titles. This can be particularly useful for art direction research.
5. Video-based search: If you have a gameplay video, you can upload short clips to find games with similar visual styles or gameplay elements.
6. Trend exploration: Search for broad categories like "hypercasual games" or "battle royale" to get an overview of current trends in these spaces.
7. Competitor research: Search for games from specific developers or publishers to understand their portfolio and market position.

Remember, the Search tool is not just for finding individual games, but for understanding market trends, exploring visual styles, and gathering inspiration for your own projects. You can also save time by favoriting frequently searched games, icons, or screenshots for quick access later.

Explore sophisticated search methods including combining search terms, using existing games as references, and leveraging image-based searches. Learn how to use these techniques to research competitors, and find inspiration for your game projects.

Advanced Search Techniques

Once you've found interesting results, Ludo.ai offers several ways to interact with and utilize this information:

1. Favoriting:
    * Click the heart icon on any game, icon, or screenshot to add it to your favorites.
    * Access your favorites later for quick reference or to include in your game design documents.
2. Adding to projects:
    * You can add favorited items directly to existing Game Concept projects you're working on in Ludo.ai.
    * This helps you organize your research and inspirations alongside your own game development materials.
3. Generating new ideas:
    * For games: Click the three-dot menu and select "Generate based on this game". This will open the Game Ideator tool with the selected game as a starting point.
    * For icons/screenshots: Click the pencil icon and choose "Generate similar images" or "Generate similar icons". This opens the Image Generator tool to create new assets inspired by the selected item.
4. Finding similar content:
    * Use the "Search similar" option in the three-dot menu to find games with related themes, mechanics, or aesthetics.
    * This function helps you explore a specific niche or game type more deeply.
5. Detailed analysis:
    * Click on a game to view more detailed information, including performance metrics, chart positions, and user ratings.
    * Use this data to inform your own game design and marketing strategies.
6. Integration with other Ludo.ai tools:
    * The Search tool seamlessly connects with other Ludo.ai features like the Game Ideator and Image Generator.
    * This integration allows you to move smoothly from research to ideation to asset creation, all within the Ludo.ai platform.

By leveraging these features, you can turn your search results into actionable insights and creative starting points for your game development process.

Learn how to interact with search results by favoriting items, generating new game ideas, finding similar content, and integrating with other Ludo.ai tools.

Working with Search Results

When focusing on visual elements like icons and screenshots, consider these strategies:

1. Using the Graphic Style filter:
    * Select from options like 2D, 3D, Pixel Art, or Stylized to find assets matching your desired aesthetic.
    * Combine this with genre filters to find genre-specific art styles.
2. Color-based searches:
    * Use the Colors filter to find assets with specific color schemes.
    * This is particularly useful when developing a cohesive visual identity for your game.
3. Keyword-based visual searches:
    * Include descriptive visual terms in your search query, such as "minimalist UI" or "hand-drawn characters".
    * Combine these with game genres for more specific results, like "cartoon platformer assets".
4. Exploring similar visuals:
    * When viewing a screenshot or icon, look for options to see similar images.
    * This can help you explore variations on a particular visual theme or style.
5. Trend analysis:
    * Use the search results to understand current visual trends in your target genre or platform.
    * Pay attention to color schemes, art styles, and UI designs that are popular in successful games.
6. Inspiration for original assets:
    * While you can't use the exact assets you find, they can serve as inspiration for creating your own original artwork.
    * Use the Image Generator tool to create unique assets inspired by the styles you discover.
7. Refining searches:
    * You can refine icon and screenshot searches by art style or color palette using the appropriate filters.

Master the art of searching for icons, screenshots, and other visual elements using specific filters and keywords.

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