How can I add a custom playable video game to my store?

Shopify Discussion

Topic summary

A merchant wants to add a playable video game to their Shopify store.

Suggested Solutions:

  • GamifyApp: An app offering a library of pre-built games that can be added to the storefront
  • Shopify Experts: Hiring a developer to create a custom gaming experience
  • Claw Crane app: A specific gamification tool where customers control a claw game to win discounts or products
  • Custom HTML5 embedding: Using Liquid sections to embed lightweight HTML5 games directly into store pages

Current Status:
The original poster is now working with a Shopify Expert. A later participant expressed interest in embedding a specific game (BitLife, a life simulation game) and asked about the feasibility of custom game integration, seeking developer recommendations for such specialized work. The discussion remains open with community members sharing various implementation approaches.

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Hello, i am looking to add a custom playable video game to my shopify store. Nothing crazy just something simple. If you could please point me in the right direction, that would be great. Thank you!!

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Hello, @Condog !

Karlie here from the Shopify Guru Team! I’ve looked into your query and I believe I’ve found a good option for you that would allow you to include a video game on your storefront. There is an app called GamifyApp which would allow you to choose a video game from the app’s game library to include on your storefront for your customers to play. You can check out GamifyApp, here, if you’re interested.

Another option would be to get in touch with a Shopify Expert to have them create a gaming app for you. Shopify Experts are developers, designers and marketers alike who can help customize specific parts of your storefront for you. Check out our Shopify Experts, here.

I hope this has answered your question. If not, or if you have any further questions please let me know. I will be happy to help!

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Working with a shopify expert now thanks!!

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Hey Condog,

There is a claw game for the shopify store, so customers can win discounts or products by controlling the claw with their mouse and capturing items: https://apps.shopify.com/claw-crane/ :slightly_smiling_face: Might still be relevant for you and probably also interesting for other people in the future.

Regards
Markus

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Were you successful , what kind of game did they create ? Thanks !

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Hi Karlie,

Thank you for your prompt response and for suggesting GamifyApp as a solution to incorporate a video game into my Shopify storefront. After reviewing the app, I noticed that it offers a selection of games from its library for integration. However, I’m interested in embedding a specific game—BitLife—into my store.

BitLife is a life simulation game that allows players to navigate various life choices and scenarios. To integrate such a game directly into my Shopify store, I understand that a custom solution may be necessary. This could involve developing a custom HTML5 version of BitLife and embedding it into my store’s pages. Alternatively, collaborating with a Shopify Expert to create a tailored gaming experience that aligns with BitLife’s mechanics might be the best approach.

Could you provide guidance on the feasibility of embedding a custom game like BitLife into my Shopify store? Additionally, any recommendations on developers or resources experienced in such integrations would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your assistance.

Best regards,

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You could embed a simple HTML5 game directly into your Shopify store using a custom Liquid section. If you’re looking for inspiration, you can check out a simple game like ovo, which shows how lightweight games can work really well online. Good luck with your project! :grinning_face: