Want to Build a Brainy Puzzle App With Equity & Revenue Share?
Hi there,
I’m Shawn Townsend…Lyra, and I’m building something fun, smart, and a little weird: it’s called GlyphGridble™ — a puzzle game where players solve crosswords using symbols instead of letters (think 🚗 = “C”, 🧊 = “I”, etc.). As players advance, we remove the symbol legend entirely. It’s part codebreaking, part brain-training, part “wait, is this even legal fun?”
We’re launching with a Kickstarter campaign this summer, followed by a mobile app and companion puzzle book. The long-term vision is a scalable puzzle platform with educational value, monetization, and brand extensions. Think: NYT Games meets Duolingo with symbols.
I’m looking for a developer partner to help build the app and grow the vision—someone who’s down to collaborate early, contribute creatively, and share in the rewards.
Here’s What I’m Offering:
• Equity + revenue share (5–10%, negotiable)
• Creative input and credit as co-creator / lead dev
• A long-term partnership (not a one-off gig)
• Option to start with a small paid prototype if you want to test fit
Tech stack?
Open to the right tools, but leaning toward:
• React Native or Flutter for speed + cross-platform
• Lightweight backend (Firebase or Supabase)
• Possibly Unity if we gamify more
Status:
• Branding, puzzle system, and design doc complete
• Kickstarter page & pre-launch audience in motion
• Puzzle logic and mockups are ready for dev input
If you’re a dev who:
• Likes quirky, thoughtful games
• Wants to help shape something from the ground up
• Would rather own part of something exciting than build someone else’s dream…
…then let’s talk.
Shoot me a message with a bit about you, any past work, and maybe your favorite puzzle or game (because, priorities). Let’s make symbols iconic.
Best,
Shawn Townsend…Lyra
Creator, GlyphGridble™
347-842-6954
