10 Game Jam Tips That Will Help You Be Successful

10 Game Jam Tips That Will Help You Be Successful

In the game jams I have been associated with there have been times where I felt like we were successful and other times where I felt like we weren’t. The idea is to build a video game over a short period of time. If you fall short of having anything to show at...
Equipment All Game Designers Need

Equipment All Game Designers Need

So you want to be a game designer, but you’re not sure what all it entails? What are the needs? I remember feeling overwhelmed. There is so much software out there. There just feels like there is so much to learn. Knowing where to begin is often the biggest...
Texturing Software to Pair with Maya

Texturing Software to Pair with Maya

When you have a beautiful model completed, the last thing you want to do is throw ugly textures onto it. You really want the detail of your model to shine. This is where many modelers get stuck. Their texturing ability is less than what they are capable of producing...
The Benefits of Maya – A Beginner’s Resource

The Benefits of Maya – A Beginner’s Resource

When first trying to decide on a 3D application, it can seem a bit intimidating trying to figure out what you actually need. There are 3D applications that are better served in engineering. Some might be used architects. So, where do I start if I want to get in game...