FLOPPY BIRD BUILDBOX PROJECT WITH ADMOB

Introduction to FLOPPY BIRD BUILDBOX PROJECT WITH ADMOB TUTORIAL

The Flappy Bird Buildbox Project is a popular example of a mobile game developed using the Buildbox game engine. In this tutorial, we will explore how to add AdMob to the Flappy Bird Buildbox Project, which will allow you to monetize your game and earn revenue from ad impressions.

AdMob is a mobile advertising platform that allows developers to integrate ads into their apps and games. With AdMob, you can earn money by displaying ads in your app, and also get insights about your users' behavior.

In this tutorial, we will cover the following topics:

• Setting up AdMob in your Flappy Bird Buildbox Project
• Adding AdMob banners to your game
• Adding AdMob interstitial ads to your game
• Tracking AdMob ad impressions and earnings
• Optimizing your AdMob ads for maximum revenue

Prerequisites

Before starting this tutorial, make sure you have the following:

• A Buildbox project set up with the Flappy Bird game
• A Google AdMob account (if you don't have one, sign up for a free account on the AdMob website)
• A Android device or emulator (for testing your game on Android)

Step 1: Create a New AdMob Property

First, you need to create a new AdMob property for your Flappy Bird Buildbox Project. Log in to your AdMob account and click on the "Add app" button.

• Select "Android" as the platform, and enter your app's name, package name, and namespace.
• Enter the "Store listing" URL, which will be the URL of your game on the Google Play Store.
• Set the "API level" to " Android 6.0 (API 23)" (or higher, if your app supports it).
• Click on the "Add" button to create the property.

Step 2: Get Your AdMob Ad Unit ID

After creating your AdMob property, you need to get your AdMob Ad Unit ID. This ID will be used to display ads in your game.

• In your AdMob dashboard, click on the "Mediation" tab.
• Click on the "Create ad unit" button.
• Select "Banner" as the ad format.
• Enter the name of your ad unit (e.g. "Flappy Bird Banner").
• Set the "Ad placement" to "Bottom center" (or any other placement that fits your game).
• Click on the "Save" button to create the ad unit.

You will see your Ad Unit ID displayed on the screen. Note down this ID, as you will need it later in the tutorial.

Step 3: Add AdMob Banners to Your Game

To add AdMob banners to your Flappy Bird Buildbox Project, follow these steps:

• Open your Buildbox project and go to the "Design" tab.
• Create a new scene by clicking on the "New scene" button.
• In the new scene, drag and drop the "AdMob Banner" widget from the "Widgets" panel to the scene.
• Set the "AdMob Ad Unit ID" to the Ad Unit ID you obtained earlier.
• Set the "Ad placement" to "Bottom center" (or any other placement that fits your game).
• Adjust the "Banner width" and "Banner height" to fit your game's screen.
• Click on the "Save" button to save the changes.

Step 4: Add AdMob Interstitial Ads to Your Game

To add AdMob interstitial ads to your Flappy Bird Buildbox Project, follow these steps:

• Open your Buildbox project and go to the "Design" tab.
• Create a new scene by clicking on the "New scene" button.
• In the new scene, drag and drop the "AdMob Interstitial" widget from the "Widgets" panel to the scene.
• Set the "AdMob Ad Unit ID" to the Ad Unit ID you obtained earlier.
• Set the "Ad type" to "Interstitial".
• Set the "Show after" and "Show before" times to the times you want to show the interstitial ads (e.g. after a certain score is reached, or after a certain amount of time has passed).
• Click on the "Save" button to save the changes.

Step 5: Test Your AdMob Ads

To test your AdMob ads, run your game on your Android device or emulator. You should see the AdMob banner displayed at the bottom of the screen, and the AdMob interstitial ad displayed at the times you specified.

Step 6: Track AdMob Ad Impressions and Earnings

To track AdMob ad impressions and earnings, log in to your AdMob dashboard and click on the "Reports" tab. You will see the impressions and earnings data for your ads.

Step 7: Optimize Your AdMob Ads

To optimize your AdMob ads for maximum revenue, follow these tips:

• Test different ad placements and formats to see which ones perform best for your game.
• Optimize your ad creative (e.g. image, video, text) to increase engagement and clicks.
• Adjust the frequency and timing of your ads to avoid overwhelming your users.
• Use AdMob's analytics and targeting features to better understand your users' behavior and preferences.

By following these steps, you will be able to add AdMob to your Flappy Bird Buildbox Project and start earning revenue from ad impressions. Remember to regularly track your ad performance and adjust your ad setup to optimize your earnings.