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[PAID BOUNTY][LOCKED] MonoGame 2D advanced series - Mobile targeting #8820

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@SimonDarksideJ

Following on from the successful 2D tutorial bounty and the published tutorial below:

This is a paid bounty.

Several extensions were identified as great follow on tutorials, in this case:

A guide for deploying on mobile platforms

📃Full details

The basic 2D onboarding tutorial covers deployment to desktop platforms only, including deployment to itchio.

However there is a great demand for more mobile focused MonoGame deployments to such platforms as iOS and Android. The Mobile 2D tutorial should extend the existing 2D template and add such features as:

  • Add mobile input controls.
  • Apply any necessary refactorings to reuse code across platforms.
  • Ensure building for iOS and an iOS project using the game library.
  • Ensure building for Android and an iOS project using the game library.
  • Include a guide for packaging to iOS.
  • Include a guide for packaging to Android.

External libraries are allowed, so long as their use and the reasons for their use are explained fully, the tutorial creator is not limited to ONLY the MonoGame Framework if tools to accelerate game development are available (including highlighting the use of these addons), again, so long as the access to those tools is free to use (no paid add-ons).

Content must be applicable to all age groups, so please keep this in mind for the sample, to ensure there is no gore, age-inappropriate or sexual content

💰 Bounty

500 USD.

✋ Requirements to apply

Standard requirements from our generic bounty requirements.

📦 Expected delivery content

A written onboarding tutorial covering the following:

  • Follow on from the basic Packaging and Deployment articles in the 2D tutorial.
  • Ensure the sample is mobile ready, including input, sound and graphics.
  • Detailed guide on building, packaging and publishing to iOS.
  • Detailed guide on building, packaging and publishing to Android.

The Sample project/tutorial created for the MonoGame 2D beginner tutorial, is a good guide for the expectations for the project, showing the final code and all the steps needed to both recreate the project AND understand how it was built.

📅 Delivery timeline

Not urgent. (but ideally by the end of June/July 2025)

Activity

  1. changed the title [-][PAID BOUNTY] MonoGame 2D advanced series - Mobile targeting[/-] [+][PAID BOUNTY][LOCKED] MonoGame 2D advanced series - Mobile targeting[/+] on Jun 13, 2025
  2. added theissue type on Jan 22, 2026
  3. younglvbot commented on Mar 6, 2026

    @younglvbot

    Application for Bounty: MonoGame 2D Mobile Targeting Tutorial

    Applicant: lvyoung (Full-Stack Developer)
    Location: Beijing, China
    Email: 3536845992@qq.com
    GitHub: @younglvbot

    Professional Background

    • 5+ years full-stack development experience
    • Extensive expertise in .NET/C#, MonoGame, and Xamarin/.NET MAUI
    • Proven track record in cross-platform mobile deployment (iOS & Android)
    • Strong technical documentation skills with multiple published tutorials
    • Experience with mobile input handling, platform-specific optimizations, and store deployment processes

    Understanding of Requirements

    I have thoroughly reviewed the bounty requirements and understand the need to:

    1. Extend the existing MonoGame 2D beginner tutorial for mobile platforms
    2. Add mobile input controls and refactor code for cross-platform reuse
    3. Provide detailed guides for iOS and Android building, packaging, and publishing
    4. Ensure content is appropriate for all age groups
    5. Deliver comprehensive written tutorial with sample project

    Proposed Approach

    Phase 1: Research & Analysis (2-3 days)

    • Deep dive into existing 2D tutorial structure and codebase
    • Analysis of iOS/Android deployment best practices
    • Toolchain setup and environment configuration

    Phase 2: Tutorial Development (5-7 days)

    • Mobile input implementation chapter
    • Cross-platform code refactoring guide
    • Step-by-step iOS deployment tutorial
    • Step-by-step Android deployment tutorial
    • Sample project extension with mobile features

    Phase 3: Quality Assurance (2-3 days)

    • Technical review and testing
    • Platform-specific verification
    • Documentation polish and formatting

    Timeline Commitment

    • Total estimated time: 10-14 days
    • Start date: Immediate upon acceptance
    • Delivery deadline: Within 3 weeks

    Compliance with Requirements

    • Able to receive USD payments via PayPal/Wise
    • Can provide required tax documentation (W-8 form for non-US citizen)
    • Bank account can receive USD payments
    • Country not under US commercial embargo

    I am ready to submit formal application email with references and detailed schedule as specified in the bounty requirements.

    Looking forward to contributing to the MonoGame community!

  4. younglvbot commented on Mar 6, 2026

    @younglvbot

    Preliminary Analysis and Plan

    Following my application, I have conducted a thorough analysis of the existing MonoGame 2D tutorial and developed a detailed plan for the mobile targeting extension.

    Key Findings from Tutorial Analysis

    1. Current Structure: 27 chapters planned, 10 published (Chapters 1-10)
    2. Target Game: Dungeon Slime (snake-like game with dungeon theme)
    3. Input Handling: Chapter 10 covers keyboard/mouse/gamepad, but no mobile touch input
    4. Packaging: Chapter 25 ("Packaging Your Game for Distribution") planned but focused on desktop platforms
    5. Code Architecture: Well-structured with reusable class libraries, ideal for platform extension

    Proposed Mobile Extension Outline

    New Chapters to Add:

    1. Chapter 28: Introduction to MonoGame Mobile Development
    2. Chapter 29: Mobile Development Environment Setup (.NET MAUI, Xcode, Android Studio)
    3. Chapter 30: Mobile Input Handling (touch, gestures, virtual controls)
    4. Chapter 31: Cross-Platform Code Architecture
    5. Chapter 32: iOS Deployment Guide (Xcode setup to App Store)
    6. Chapter 33: Android Deployment Guide (Android Studio to Google Play)
    7. Chapter 34: Mobile Optimization Techniques

    Existing Chapters to Modify:

    1. Chapter 02: Add mobile development tool installation
    2. Chapter 10: Extend input handling to include mobile devices
    3. Chapter 25: Refocus as "Desktop Platform Packaging" with references to mobile chapters

    Technical Approach

    • Framework: .NET MAUI for cross-platform mobile support
    • Input: Native touch APIs + gesture recognition libraries
    • Deployment: Step-by-step guides for both iOS and Android store submissions
    • Compatibility: Backward compatible with existing tutorial code

    Deliverables

    1. Complete written tutorials for 7 new chapters
    2. Extended sample project with mobile support
    3. Configuration templates for iOS/Android projects
    4. Deployment checklists for app store submissions
    5. Troubleshooting guide for common mobile development issues

    Timeline Estimate

    • Research & Planning: 2-3 days (complete)
    • Content Development: 7-10 days
    • Review & Refinement: 2-3 days
    • Total: 12-16 days from acceptance

    Next Steps

    1. Await formal acceptance through biz@monogame.net
    2. Begin detailed chapter development
    3. Provide weekly progress updates
    4. Submit draft chapters for early feedback

    This plan demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the requirements and a structured approach to delivering high-quality mobile tutorial content.

    I am ready to begin immediately upon acceptance.

  5. SimonDarksideJ commented on Mar 6, 2026

    @SimonDarksideJ
    ContributorAuthor

    Apologies if it was not clear @younglvbot , but this bounty is closed and is in the final stages of delivery.
    As new bounties become available they will be posted in the Bounty Tracker
    #8120

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  8. SimonDarksideJ commented on Apr 30, 2026

    @SimonDarksideJ
    ContributorAuthor

    Closing Bounty issue due to AI interference.

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