Once, the App Store empowered indie creators - small teams could launch great apps Nothing has changed in that respect. There are more opportunities now for people to build low-quality apps by using low-quality, cross-platform frameworks and tools. But people are still able to launch great apps with discipline, intelligence, and hard work. and find users easily This part has changed. There are lots more apps to choose from, a radically different marketplace, and different user expectations. It now takes more work and more time to find users. But in 2025, that era feels long gone, with algorithms, big players, and pay-to-win discoverability reshaping everything. Many things have changed over the past 17 years. Is there still a real chance for indie iOS developers today, or has Apple’s evolving ecosystem made independent success nearly impossible? Many people are having success. They're just focused on their products and providing a great experience for their customers. Posting content on social media