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The video discusses the history and success of the mobile game Doodle Jump, created by Lima Sky in 2008. Despite being an older game, Doodle Jump gained massive popularity, reaching over 50 million downloads on Google Play Store alone. Lima Sky preferred to stay small and focused even after the game's success. They expanded with collaborations and a true sequel in 2020, demonstrating a commitment to their fans. The game's legacy lives on, resonating with millions of players and even appearing in arcade machines.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator discusses the history and popularity of the game Doodle Jump, released in 2009. The game involves guiding a character named the Doodler to jump on platforms while avoiding obstacles and shooting enemies. The game was a big hit, reaching over 15 million downloads by 2011 and currently has over 50 million downloads on Google Play Store alone. The creators of Doodle Jump, Lima Sky, formed in 2008 and have remained a small company, focusing on updates and new games. The video explores why this old mobile classic still resonates with many people despite being mostly forgotten until recently. The narrator also touches upon the company’s decision to remain small and focused after Doodle Jump’s success.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on how Lima Sky, the developer of Doodle Jump, preferred to stay as a small team with limited updates and content to maintain their wealth. They created various reskinned versions of Doodle Jump, including collaborations like SpongeBob SquarePants and DC Superheroes. Despite the unexpected success of Doodle Jump, the developer’s goal was originally just to make fun mobile games. The popularity led them to become a studio solely focused on the Doodle Jump franchise. They aimed to expand Doodle Jump, explore different games with it, and express its character in new ways. Eventually, Lima Sky partnered with Emongi Studios, known for Temple Run, to continue their game development journey.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on the game Doodle Jump and its sequel. The only true sequel by Lima Sky is Doodle Jump 2, released in December 2020, 11 years after the original game. The sequel offers more content, showing the company’s commitment to their fans rather than just financial gain. Despite a decline in popularity over the years, Doodle Jump has left a lasting impression on millions of players, with its legacy continuing through those who enjoyed it and even in arcade machines.