One programmer, simple mechanics, poor graphics, and a Paint-like interface. And it has earned ten million in a week

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A solo Japanese developer released Meccha Chameleon on Steam for $4.99 and turned it into a major hit within a week. The game has sold more than two million copies and generated about $10 million in revenue, despite very simple visuals and a basic interface. Its core mechanic builds on hide-and-seek gameplay with a painting-based camouflage system that makes it easy to explain and share. The article also places the game in the broader trend of low-cost, highly social 'friendslop' titles that thrive on viral play and streaming.

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