Game now accessible (exclusively for our Patreon page supporters)
In an exciting development, a creative individual is offering a free game to their Patreon page backers. The game, a goofy microgame inspired by 1960s wargaming books, can be claimed by those who chip in at a Bronze level or above on the creator's Patreon page.
To make the process seamless, the creator is exploring the use of third-party tools and custom scripting to automate the distribution of the game. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this:
**Step 1: Set Up Patreon Rewards** - Create a Patreon account and offer rewards that include access to free games from Itch.io.
**Step 2: Host Games on Itch.io** - Upload your games to Itch.io and generate keys or codes for each game.
**Step 3: Automation using Third-Party Tools** - Use automation tools like Zapier or IFTTT to connect your Patreon and Itch.io accounts. Set up Zaps or Applets that trigger when a new backer joins, sending them a link or code to claim your game.
**Step 4: Security Considerations** - Secure key distribution: Use encrypted email or secure messaging services to distribute the keys or links. - Key Management: Keep track of distributed keys to prevent unauthorized access to your games.
**Step 5: Testing** - Test the automation system with a small group before rolling it out to all backers.
While this approach provides a general framework, the specific automation steps may require additional setup or third-party services to manage the distribution of Itch.io game keys securely and efficiently.
For those interested in custom scripting, here is a basic outline of how you might structure it:
```python # ... (omitted for brevity) ```
If you encounter any issues with the game, kindly leave a comment below. The creator is eager to receive feedback on the game's performance. They believe that a combination of their Patreon page and their Itch.io page could be the solution for offering free games to their supporters.
To claim your free game, head over to the specific post on the creator's Patreon page, accessible via this link:
Cheers!
In the creative's pursuit to streamline the distribution process, they're considering integrating automation gadgets like Zapier or IFTTT to seamlessly provide the microgame from their Patreon page. This strategy could potentially extend to future technology solutions, where supporters could access free games hosted on platforms like Itch.io.
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