Game Backend Selector

Goal

Select the backend profile that best serves the requested outcome. Use ./shared/reference/backend-profiles.md.

Deliverable

Write docs/game-studio/backend-decision.md.

Rules

• Prefer capabilities over brand or fandom.
• If the project already has a workable backend, bias toward it unless it is the blocker.
• Optimize for the chosen quality target, not just the fastest toy result.
• Respect project state: live iteration and greenfield do not deserve the same backend decision policy.

Compare mode

Use compare mode only when:

• the backend choice is genuinely uncertain,
• or the user explicitly requests comparison.