Ask HN: Published first Android game and no one is downloading it. What to do?

[DanPir]

Hi all,

I recently published my first Android game (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foogacy.chainy.free) and no one is downloading it. I really mean no one. 0 downloads excluding a couple of friends of mine.

The game is very simple with an even simpler graphic (I am not really good at it!) but I do not think that's the issue as there are worst things out there.

What can I do to advertise it for free? I do not want to spam here and there.

Many thanks!

[jayrox]

I would say the reasons I wouldn't download it: - No video showing game play. - The static screenshots don't really tell a story. - The icon doesn't speak with me or convey a brand or idea. Sure it says Chainy but as I scroll through a million other apps in the store it doesn't catch my attention. I doubt I would even give it a pause.

Give Chainy a more eye catching icon, maybe a YouTube video with some sample play. I think those two things would definitely help grab a few more downloads. Oh and post a link, the video and a description around on blogs, forums, reddit, etc but don't be pushy.