Project: IronVault
RPGHigh-density inventory management system. Focus on tactile drag-and-drop interactions and visual weight hierarchy for item rarity.
Read Case Study ↗The Factory Floor.
A curated log of constructs, prototypes, and shipped realities. We don't just build apps; we engineer engagement loops. Explore the artifacts below to see the methodology in motion.
Status: Active // Ver 2.4
Precision
Our builds target sub-60ms interactions. Latency is not a metric; it's a discipline.
Versatility
From hardcore RPG mechanics to zen puzzles, the engine scales to the fantasy.
Retention
We design loops that stick. 30-day retention is the baseline, not the goal.
Selected Builds
High-Fidelity Mockups & Mechanics
Project: NeonFlow
PuzzleA rhythm-matching mechanic wrapped in a clean, glowing aesthetic. Optimized for long play sessions with minimal cognitive load.
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Project: Tectonic
StrategyCloud-based asynchronous strategy. The UI focuses on clarity of state changes and intuitive pathfinding for territory control.
Read Case Study ↗The Scrap Heap
Most mobile projects fail before launch. Based on post-mortems of rejected builds, these are the three fatal flaws we engineer against.
The "Kitchen Sink" Trap
Failure: Cramming too many mechanics into the MVP.
Avoidance: We define one "core loop" and ruthlessly cut anything that doesn't feed it. If the loop isn't fun with placeholder assets, no amount of polish will save it.
UI Indistinguishable from Native
Failure: Mimicking iOS/Android standards so closely the app feels generic.
Avoidance: We treat the OS as a canvas, not a template. We build custom gesture sets and visual languages that make the user feel they are *inside* a unique world.
Zero-Friction Onboarding
Failure: Users don't understand the value proposition in the first 30 seconds.
Avoidance: We implement "Shadow Tutorials"—teaching mechanics via play rather than overlays, ensuring retention rates remain high post-day-1.
Our Working Assumptions
We operate on a specific set of constraints. We assume that "smoothness" is a feature, not a polish. We assume that battery drain is a usability killer. We assume that haptic feedback, when used correctly, increases perceived value by 40%.
What Would Change Our View?
- Hard data showing 60fps is preferred over 120fps for battery life.
- A proven shift in market preference toward web-based instant play.
- User research indicating complex UIs outperform minimal ones in our target genre.
Asset Pipeline: Style A / Style B
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the production line?
We accept two projects per quarter to ensure total focus. If you have a concept that refuses to be ignored, let's talk.