Beads Out - Prototype (Unity)

✨ Overview

This project is a hyper-casual puzzle prototype inspired by the core mechanics of Beads Out. The objective is simple: guide and organize beads efficiently through a system of containers and paths to complete each level.

Built as part of a game design and marketing case study, this prototype focuses not only on gameplay, but also on player engagement and ad performance potential.

🎯 Core Features

• Instant Gameplay Clarity
  Simple and intuitive mechanics that require no tutorial
• Satisfying Interactions (“Juice”)
  Smooth bead movement with arc-based transitions, responsive feedback, and polished animations
• Dynamic Feedback System
  Container destruction, visual effects, and sound design enhance player satisfaction
• Progressive Challenge
  Levels are designed to showcase increasing complexity and problem-solving

🚀 Marketing-Oriented Design

This prototype was also built with a strong focus on hyper-casual marketing principles, including:

• Fail → Win gameplay loops
• Frustration-driven moments to increase engagement
• Visual clarity optimized for short-form video ads
• End-card and call-to-action integration

A dedicated market-ready video version was created to simulate how the game could be presented in mobile advertising.

🛠️ Technical Details

• Developed in Unity
• Uses the new Input System
• Designed for mobile-first experience (portrait format)

📌 Purpose

This project was created as part of a game development test to explore both:

• Rapid prototyping skills
• The ability to design with player psychology and marketing performance in mind

🙌 Credits

Prototype by Nicolas Flan