Solo dev here: my first game, Movetio, is a free text-based mafia browser game built with Next.js. It’s in open test until 14 Nov 2026 and I’m looking for testers!
Crimes, smuggling routes, families, heists with roles, PvP. Casino uses in-game money only.
Feedback on onboarding, balance and mobile is very welcome. 18+.
#gamedev #indiedev #browsergame #nextjs
Full write-up: https://dev.to/movetio/i-built-a-free-mafia-browser-game-with-nextjs-and-im-looking-for-testers-30dn
Quick follow-up on onboarding. I checked with our dev: new players start with 16 street crimes unlocked. The heavier crimes are visible but locked with an ‘unlocks at rank X’ note, and they open up step by step as you gain reputation and rank up (that’s enforced server-side). There’s also an 8-step tutorial covering energy, crimes, rewards, collecting, the bank, navigation, the station and the casino (in-game money only). It explains things but doesn’t yet walk you through an actual first crime. A version that highlights the relevant part of the screen at each step is coming soon. Your idea of a guided first crime is a good one. Would you make it mandatory, or skippable?