How do endless runners fare?

TheHoogler

I'm working on an "endless runner" type game for my first complete project, mainly because its compact and easy to manage. I'm not much of a game player myself, so I wouldn't think any endless runner would be that fun (this project is for learning), but of course some actually do well. So how do endless runner games usually fare? What would you do for different levels; or would you just stick with the one and make sure to implement GC?

tenrdrmer

Definitely need GameCenter. and you need good artwork that helps draw them in.

TheHoogler

I have an artist who's very good, I'm a composer so it'll have an awesome soundtrack, and its a little unique take. Between screenshots and my planned trailer, I think I can hook them, just concerned out longevity.

quantumsheep

They are a hard sell these days, mainly because the genre is oversaturated.

This was my effort:

http://gamesalad.com/game/27640

It did enough differently to justify a purchase from some, but a lot gave it a miss I'm sure because they'd had their fill of runners, or because they didn't like the style maybe

QS

TheHoogler

My artist is sending over artwork this weekend, so hopefully I'll have a screenshot to show you guys. (Maybe even basic video of gameplay). Hopefully this process will result in better apps

@ QS
Have you ever considered remaking the game with all new artwork/theme? Just to see how it does? In my current project, we're debating whether or not to go Angry Birds style, or more graphic novel style, and I'm thinking, maybe introducing one of each. The gameplay would be the same, but the artistic stylings would be drastically different. I'm curious if you've ever done this, or seen it (succeed or fail).

quantumsheep

@TheHoogler

It's certainly an idea, but not one I'd entertain, personally.

I've seen it succeed though. It's called 'Pokemon'

QS