Multiplayer Social Deduction Game -- 2

Experienced Multiplayer Mobile Game Developer Needed – Social Deduction Game

project Type: Fixed-Price Development
Hiring Preference: Individual Freelancers / Small Development Teams
Target Platforms: iOS & Android
Game Type:2D Real-Time Multiplayer Social Deduction Game
Budget: 5000NZD

1. Project Overview

We are looking for an experienced game developer to develop a complete 2D multiplayer mobile social deduction game, similar in general genre to Werewolf.

The project requires real-time multiplayer functionality, voice communication, user accounts, virtual currency, in-game purchases and an administration system.

We are looking for a developer who can handle the project from development to a commercially deployable release.

2. Required Technical Expertise

Candidates should have experience in the following areas:

A. Mobile Game Development**
- Unity (C#) or Cocos Creator (TypeScript)
- 2D mobile game development
- iOS and Android deployment
- Mobile UI/UX implementation

B. Multiplayer Networking**
- Real-time multiplayer architecture
- Room creation and management
- Matchmaking systems
- Player synchronization
- Game state management
- Reconnection and disconnection handling
- Server-authoritative game logic

C. Backend Development**
- REST APIs and database management
- User authentication and account systems
- Player profiles and statistics
- Virtual currency and transaction management
- Cloud server deployment and maintenance

D. Voice Chat Integration**
- Experience integrating Agora, Vivox or equivalent voice SDKs
- Real-time voice communication
- Room-based voice channels
- Microphone permissions and audio controls

E. Monetization & Administration**
- Apple In-App Purchases
- Google Play Billing
- Virtual currency and in-game shop
- Admin dashboard
- User management, reporting and banning systems

F. Security & Performance**
- Basic anti-cheat mechanisms
- Server-side validation
- Database security
- Network optimization and latency management
- Load testing and scalability

3. Expected Deliverables

The final deliverables should include:

1. Complete mobile game client for iOS and Android.
2. Multiplayer game and room management systems.
3. Integrated real-time voice chat.
4. Backend, database and API infrastructure.
5. User account and player management.
6. Virtual currency and in-game shop.
7. In-app purchase integration.
8. Administration dashboard.
9. Testing, bug fixing and performance optimization.
10. Complete source code and technical documentation.
11. Deployment assistance and handover.

4. Preferred Technology Stack

We are open to professional recommendations, but our preferred technologies include:

-Game Engine:** Cocos Creator or Unity
-Programming:** TypeScript or C#
-Networking:** Photon or another suitable multiplayer solution
- voice:** Agora, Vivox or equivalent
- Backend:** Node.js or another suitable backend technology
- Database:** PostgreSQL, MySQL or equivalent
- Cloud Infrastructure:** AWS or another cost-effective cloud provider

We prioritize low operating costs, reliability and scalability.

5. Developer Qualifications

Please apply only if you have relevant experience.

Candidates should ideally have:

- Previously developed and launched multiplayer mobile games.
- Strong experience with real-time networking.
- Experience integrating third-party voice communication SDKs.
- Experience developing backend systems and APIs.
- Experience with mobile payment integration.
- Ability to independently manage the full development process.

Experience with social deduction, party games or real-time room-based games is a significant advantage.

6. Proposal Requirements

Please provide the following information:

1. Your total fixed-price quotation.
2. Estimated development timeline.
3. Recommended technology stack and reasons.
4. Portfolio of previously developed mobile games.
5. Examples of multiplayer games you have developed.
6. Your specific experience with voice chat integration.
7. Whether you can independently handle both frontend and backend development.
8. Breakdown of development milestones and payments.
9. Estimated ongoing server and third-party service costs.

Please distinguish between one-time development costs and recurring operating costs.

7. Important Conditions

- Individual freelancers and small teams are preferred.
- All source code must be handed over to the client.
- Development should be divided into clearly defined milestones.
- Payments will be released upon milestone acceptance.
- All project-related accounts and infrastructure should be controlled by the client.
- Long-term cooperation is possible for successful candidates.

We value proven technical ability, reliable delivery and cost efficiency over impressive proposals or large company profiles.

Please submit a detailed proposal with relevant work samples and a realistic quotation.

ps: This is a repost of my yesterday's pricing to adjust the budget