6 customisable OKR examples for Game Development
What are Game Development OKRs?
The Objective and Key Results (OKR) framework is a simple goal-setting methodology that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s. It became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s, and it's now used by teams of all sizes to set and track ambitious goals at scale.
How you write your OKRs can make a huge difference on the impact that your team will have at the end of the quarter. But, it's not always easy to write a quarterly plan that focuses on outcomes instead of projects.
That's why we have created a list of OKRs examples for Game Development to help. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point to write your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Building your own Game Development OKRs with AI
While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own OKRs.
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Our customisable Game Development OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Game Development. We also included strategic projects for each template to make it easier to understand the difference between key results and projects.
Hope you'll find this helpful!
1. OKRs to create a widely loved tamagotchi-style video game
Create a widely loved tamagotchi-style video game
Design and develop an engaging gameplay loop by the end of the period
Draft initial gameplay loop concepts and mechanics
Prototype chosen gameplay loop design
Test and refine gameplay loop for engagement
Attract 100,000 active players by promoting the game on social networks
Develop engaging promotional content for social media platforms
Encourage current players to share game experiences online
Implement a targeted advertising campaign on Facebook and Instagram
Obtain a 4.5/5 user satisfaction rating through continuous game improvement and updates
Collect player feedback regularly through in-game surveys
Implement new updates based on players' suggestions
Constantly monitor and improve game performance
2. OKRs to develop creator for third person game creation
Develop creator for third person game creation
Complete designing intuitive UI for creator tool by 70%
Develop a detailed UI design plan for the creator tool
Implement 70% of planned UI design elements
Review and test completed UI for intuitive interaction
Accomplish beta testing with 40 user feedbacks for improvement
Collate and analyze tester feedback for improvements
Identify and recruit 40 beta testers
Develop and prepare the beta version for testing
Implement 50% of pre-set game templates for third person games
Implement selected game templates
Select 50% of listed templates for implementation
Identify and list all pre-set game templates for third-person games
3. OKRs to secure funding for mobile game prototype
Secure funding for mobile game prototype
Research and identify 100 viable investors for gaming prototype by week 6
Develop and perfect a unique and engaging pitch for potential funders by week 3
Identify unique selling points of the project
Practice the pitch for fluid delivery
Create a compelling narrative for the pitch
Secure meetings and present pitch to at least 50% of identified investors
Prepare and rehearse investor pitch
Compile contacts of identified investors
Schedule meetings with each investor
4. OKRs to develop a compelling game that engages and captivates players
Develop a compelling game that engages and captivates players
Develop a functional prototype of the game with polished graphics and intuitive controls
Implement and refine intuitive controls based on user experience and usability testing
Iterate on the game design based on user feedback and playtesting results
Conduct user testing to identify any issues with the game controls
Collaborate with an artist to create high-quality graphics for the game prototype
Conduct user research to identify target audience preferences and game themes
Develop a survey to gather user feedback on preferred game themes
Use findings to inform game theme selection and prioritize target audience preferences
Conduct interviews with target audience members to understand their preferences
Analyze user research data to identify common themes and preferences
Conduct playtesting sessions to gather feedback and iterate on the game design
Create a detailed game design document outlining gameplay mechanics, levels, and objectives
Outline basic gameplay mechanics that will define the core experience of the game
Create clear and specific objectives for each level, ensuring they align with gameplay mechanics
Design a series of diverse levels that challenge and engage players
Research popular gameplay mechanics, level design techniques, and objective structures
5. OKRs to increase value proposition for a staff training videogame development company
Increase value proposition for a staff training videogame development company
Increase revenue from sales of training videogames by 15%
Enhance product features and user experience to boost customer satisfaction and loyalty
Develop partnerships with industry influencers or organizations to expand sales reach
Improve marketing strategies to create greater awareness and interest in training videogames
Analyze current market trends and identify target audience for training videogames
Increase customer satisfaction rating for training videogames by 10%
Implement gamification elements to increase engagement and enjoyment
Conduct regular surveys to gather feedback and address customer concerns efficiently
Improve gameplay mechanics based on customer feedback
Enhance customer support response time and effectiveness
Develop and launch at least 2 new interactive and engaging staff training videogames
Design and develop user-friendly interfaces for seamless gameplay experience
Test and debug the games thoroughly to ensure optimal performance and functionality
Research and identify suitable game development platforms and tools
Collaborate with subject matter experts to create engaging content for the games
Increase client retention rate by 20% through effective value proposition communication
Conduct a comprehensive market research on clients' needs and preferences
Implement regular client feedback surveys to continuously improve value proposition alignment
Train all sales and customer service teams on effective value proposition communication
Develop clear and concise value proposition statements for each target client segment
6. OKRs to develop and launch a web based multiplayer game
Develop and launch a web based multiplayer game
Enhance player retention by implementing a leaderboard and achieving a 30% increase in returning players
Increase user engagement by achieving a minimum of 1000 active players per week
Increase social media presence and regularly share updates, promotions, and player achievements
Launch weekly in-game events and competitions to keep players engaged and excited
Implement a referral program to encourage current players to invite new ones
Improve user interface and overall gameplay experience based on player feedback
Improve game performance by reducing average server response time to below 100 milliseconds
Ensure a seamless gaming experience by achieving a player satisfaction rating of at least 4 out of 5
Enhance in-game communication channels to provide prompt and effective customer support
Conduct player surveys and gather feedback to identify areas for improvement
Implement regular bug fixes and performance updates to optimize game functionality
Continuously analyze gameplay data to identify patterns and enhance game features accordingly
Game Development OKR best practices to boost success
Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.
Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇
Tip #1: Limit the number of key results
Focus can only be achieve by limiting the number of competing priorities. It is crucial that you take the time to identify where you need to move the needle, and avoid adding business-as-usual activities to your OKRs.
We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.
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Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins
Having good goals is only half the effort. You'll get significant more value from your OKRs if you commit to a weekly check-in process.
Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.
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Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row
Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.
As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.
Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.
How to turn your Game Development OKRs in a strategy map
OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:
- It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
- It will highlight poorly set OKRs
- It will surface execution risks
- It improves transparency and accountability
We recommend using a spreadsheet for your first OKRs cycle. You'll need to get familiar with the scoring and tracking first. Then, you can scale your OKRs process by using a proper OKR-tracking tool for it.
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If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.
More Game Development OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
OKRs to raise Customer Score and Customer Engagement Rate
OKRs to increase expertise and execution in product knowledge and implementation
OKRs to develop 2025's innovative digital strategy and planning framework
OKRs to enhance the effectiveness and impact of the company newsletter
OKRs to achieve full project implementation
OKRs to enhance engagement and commitment via effective communication
OKRs resources
Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.
- To learn: What is the meaning of OKRs
- Blog posts: ODT Blog
- Success metrics: KPIs examples
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