"INDIE BOOST LAB has a high number of core fans, and our game was able to receive a very honest and helpful feedback from players. In comparison with other playtests, we were able to receive another level of feedback from players."
<IfSunSets> POLYMORPH
"Although WASD controls were not part of our original design, we added them in response to user feedback. The data showed that more than half of players chose that control scheme. By meeting potential players where they were, we were able to reach a much broader audience."
<Shape of Dreams> Lizard Smootihe
"User feedback pointed out that the early-game barrier was high and that the deduction process was not intuitive enough, which helped us refine the game’s direction early on. (Omitted) After launching on STOVE, we received structured support across multiple areas, including marketing strategy, influencer promotions, and community engagement. STOVE Indie’s support helped us polish the game and bring it to a wider audience."
<Staffer Case > Team Tetrapod
Community-Powered Playtesting with STOVE players
Refine your game and strengthen its market potential through feedback from indie gamers!
STOVE players
100+ participants on average
Driven by feedback
Improve quality and market readiness
Greater chance of success
STOVE business benefits Marketability validation
Benefits for developers participating in INDIE BOOST LAB
We support your game at every stage, from preparation and testing to launch and beyond.
Optimized survey templates
Survey templates built on Smilegate’s experience and expertise, designed to help you collect data you can use in development
Provide Smilegate STOVE business benefits
Basic participation benefits: launch promotions and featured placement
Benefits for selected titles: Rabbit Hole, IP collaborations, exclusive promotions, global publishing, and more
Full support for feedback and event rewards
We fully cover rewards that encourage players to test your game and share detailed feedback.
How INDIE BOOST LAB works
*Detailed step-by-step guides are provided exclusively to developers participating in INDIE BOOST LAB.
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