Gaming Marketplace MVP App

Job ID: 40334657

Budget: €2 – €6 EUR

Project Description:
I am looking for a full-stack developer (or a small team) to build an MVP for a specialized C2C gaming marketplace for the European market. The app will focus on buying, selling, and swapping video games with automated metadata and secure payments.

Key Features to Implement:

Smart Cataloging: Integration with IGDB API. Users must be able to scan a barcode (EAN) to auto-fill game details (Title, Console, Publisher, Year, and Market Value).

Secure Payments (Stripe Connect): Implementation of an escrow system. The platform holds the funds until the buyer confirms the item's condition. Must support automated split payments (Seller's payout + Platform commission).

Trade/Swap Engine: A dedicated system where users can propose "Game A + Cash" for "Game B" based on real-time market data.

Logistics Integration: Automated shipping label generation (API integration with SendCloud, InPost, or DPD).

Chat & Profiles: Real-time chat for negotiation and a trust-based rating system.

Technical Requirements:

Frontend: Cross-platform (Flutter or React Native).

Backend: Node.js, Python (FastAPI/Django), or similar.

Database: PostgreSQL or Firebase with efficient caching to minimize API costs.

UI/UX: Clean, "gamer-centric" design, optimized for mobile.

What I am looking for:

Someone with proven experience in Stripe Connect (Escrow/Marketplace flows).

Experience with third-party API integrations (IGDB, Shipping providers).

Ability to provide a scalable architecture and a clear timeline for the MVP.

Please provide:

Examples of previous marketplace or fintech apps you’ve built.

A preliminary estimate for the MVP development (Phases & Cost).

Your preferred tech stack for this project.