Paid Prototype Price Pipeline
The Paid Prototype Pipeline mandates a minimum launch floor of $2.00 on Itch.io for initial MVP validation.
| Adjusted USP | Commercial Market Tier | Recommended Itch.io MVP Price |
|---|---|---|
| < 15.0 | Tier 1: $2.00 Prototype Minimum Floor | $2.00 (Itch.io MVP Floor) |
| 15.0 – 29.9 | Tier 2: $5 - $10 Micro-Prototype Title | $2.99 – $3.99 |
| 30.0 – 44.9 | Tier 3: $10 - $15 Commercial Indie Title | $4.99 – $5.99 |
| 45.0 – 64.9 | Tier 4: $15 - $25 Commercial Mid-Tier Title | $6.99 – $7.99 |
| 65.0 – 94.9 | Tier 5: $20 - $50 Premium Indie Title | $7.99 – $8.99 |
| 95.0+ | Tier 6: $50+ Major Studio MVP | $9.99 – $10.00 (Itch.io Ceiling) |