Proof of Usefulness Report

Pollito & Xiang Xiang

Analysis completed on 2/16/2026

+23

Proof of Usefulness Score

You're In Business

Pollito & Xiang Xiang is a verifiable indie game studio based in Barranquilla, Colombia, with a game listed on Steam ('Pollito & Xiang Xiang: Adventure in the Forest') and Itch.io. However, the submission contains severely hyperbolic claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product') that contradict verifiable metrics (23 YouTube subscribers, unreleased Steam game). The revenue figure likely represents Colombian Pesos (approx. $600 USD) or is misstated. The project shows legitimate creative effort but lacks the commercial traction and scale claimed.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+50

Audience Reach Impact+5

Technical Innovation+30

Evidence Of Traction+10

Market Timing Relevance+40

Functional Completeness+20

Subtotal+23.25

Usefulness Multiplierx0.98

Final Score+23

Project Details

Project URL

pollitoxiangxiang.com

Description

The company Pollito & Xiang Xiang a Colombian-based company which I started in 2021, located in the city of Barranquilla, focused on creating animation and cinema (and of course videogames) using video game tools and engines (like Unreal Engine and Unity).

Algorithm Insights

Market Position

Growing utility with room for optimization

User Engagement

Documented reach suggests active user community

Technical Stack

Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline