Can you have a paid game with a free trail period?

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  1. 1stSPIN

    1stSPIN Well-Known Member

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    Is it possible to publish a paid game with a free trail period like so many plays or so many days. If so is it possible to make that clear when people find the game on Apple or Google?
     
  2. PikPok

    PikPok Well-Known Member

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    Historically, I don't think similar business models such as a game with the first few levels free and the rest locked behind an IAP have worked very well. They tend to result in bad reviews, despite that being a totally reasonable business model.
     
  3. Destined

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    The shareware version has historically worked, however it isn't as effective now. I think you are better off with a free and premium experience than IAP to unlock.
     
  4. 1stSPIN

    1stSPIN Well-Known Member

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    So far our biggest return is free with advertising and incentives to post a review.
     

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