sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills/mobile-games

Mobile Game Development

Platform constraints and optimization principles.

1. Platform Considerations

Key Constraints

2. Touch Input Principles

Touch vs Controller

Best Practices

• Follow the platform accessibility target size (for example, iOS points and Android dp are different units)
• Visual feedback on touch
• Avoid precise timing requirements
• Support the orientations chosen for the product; test rotation and safe areas where enabled

3. Performance Targets

Thermal Management

Battery Optimization

• 30 FPS often sufficient
• Sleep when paused
• Minimize GPS/network
• Dark mode saves OLED battery

4. App Store Requirements

iOS (App Store)

Android (Google Play)

5. Monetization Models

6. Anti-Patterns

Remember: Mobile is the most constrained platform. Respect battery and attention.

When to Use

Use when adapting gameplay to touch controls, mobile interruptions, battery and thermal constraints, or preparing a store submission.

Example

User request:

Use @mobile-games for this task: Mobile game development principles.

Limitations

• Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above.
• Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review.
• Stop and ask for clarification if required inputs, permissions, safety boundaries, or success criteria are missing.

Verification

Treat tables as design starting points, not guarantees. Prototype the selected mechanic, test accessibility and recovery paths, and measure frame timing, memory and behavior on target hardware before claiming completion. Store submission and licensing requirements must be checked against current official platform documentation.