Catalyst, a tool for short, playable interactive videos

Show HN: Catalyst, a tool for short, playable interactive videos

Operating in show hn launch, Catalyst, a tool for short, playable interactive videos operates.

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Small tool for making short, watch and play interactive videos. No analytics yet. Focus is fast authoring and mobile feel. I really love how it generates horror now. It is fun to make tiny scare paths.What works todayScene based authoring with simple branching and light stateChoice timers in the 1.0 to 2.0 second range with auto advancePreloading to cut stalls on mobileOptional ecommerce embed so a CTA can be shoppableDefaults I useFirst choice at 5 to 7 secondsTotal length 20 to 60 secondsOne or two variables to gate a payoffPrebuffer the next two scenesFeedback welcome on better defaults, rough edges on low bandwidth, and what export or embed options you expect before this is useful.

Within the show hn launch space, the company focuses on its core offering rather than a broad product line.

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Website: usecatalyst.xyz