Introducing GameGift: Create and gift personalised games in minutes

Hey Dev.to community! 👋

I’m thrilled to share something I’ve been working on that combines the fun of gaming with the joy of personalised gifts—introducing GameGift!

What is GameGift?

GameGift is a platform that allows you to create personalised games for your loved ones. Imagine gifting someone a game that’s been custom-made just for them! Whether it's a quirky clicker game, a thrilling escape challenge, or an exciting boat shooter, you can now make it personal by customising the game's assets, text, and more.

How It Works

Creating a personalised game with GameGift is super simple:

• Choose a Game Template: We currently offer three templates — Clicker, Escape the Punch, and Boat Shoot.
• Customise the Assets: Swap out images to tailor the game to the recipient. You can add inside jokes, favourite photos, or anything else that makes the game special.
• Share the Game: Once you’re happy with your creation, you can purchase it for just £5 and get a unique URL to share with your recipient.

Why I Built GameGift

We’ve all been there—trying to find a gift that’s both unique and meaningful. Traditional gifts can feel impersonal, especially when they’re store-bought. As someone who loves gaming and creativity, I wanted to build something that allows people to create memorable and fun gifts that have a personal touch.

GameGift was born from the idea that a gift should be more than just an object; it should be an experience. And what better experience than playing a game created just for you?

Tech Stack

For those interested in the tech behind GameGift, here’s a quick overview:

• Frontend + Backend: Built with React.js + Next.js
• UI: ShadCN
• Database: MongoDB
• Pricing: Stripe
• Game development: Kaboom.js
• Hosting: Netlify

What’s Next?

I’m excited to continue improving GameGift and adding more game templates and customisation options. My goal is to make it the go-to platform for creative and personalised gaming experiences.

I’d love to hear your feedback and ideas. Whether you’re a developer with thoughts on the tech stack, or someone who just loves the idea of personalised games, your input is invaluable!

Try It Out

Curious to see how it works? You can check out GameGift at https://game-gift.netlify.app. Feel free to create a game, try it out, and let me know what you think!

You can also check out the demo video here:

Thanks for reading, and I hope you enjoy creating personalised games as much as I’ve enjoyed building this platform!

Happy coding, and happy gifting! 🎉