The Ultimate Guide to Game Jams for Beginners
IS KNOWING HOW TO CODE IMPORTANT FOR GAME DESIGNERS?
THE ADVANTAGES OF BEING A GAME DESIGNER
WHAT IS THE BEST GAME ENGINE FOR BEGINNERS?
Software Game Developers Need to be Successful
One of the most intimidating parts of becoming a game developer is the sheer amount of software a person needs to know. Below is a list of some of the most popular applications in the industry. Certainly, there are other options out there. Though these are popular...
Good vs Bad Game Design
I remember playing Battlefield 1942 for the first time ever. I had been waiting for months for the release. The way I remember it, it was revolutionary because we could finally truly drive vehicles in a game. This is fairly standard practice in many games now, but...
Five Qualities of a Good Game Designer
Game design has many twists and turns. Of course, the subject matter is very complex. There are so many industries wrapped up in creating a single game. With that said, there is a big difference between a game designer and a GOOD game designer. At this point, I have...
Is Knowing How to Code Important for Game Designers?
For many, the idea of learning how to code is overwhelming. In fact, it has been so overwhelming that some people want to avoid it at all cost. If you fit this category, this is for you. We will dive into why you may want to overcome that hurdle, but also provide some...
What is Game Design Theory?
Theory is a fairly scary word for a lot of people. It sounds very academic, maybe even a bit abstract. However, we use theory all the time in game design. We use it when we make decisions that will impact gameplay. We probably used it before we ever created one art...
10 Ways Game Jams Are Great for Your Career
At an initial glance, it seems odd for people who work in the game development industry to participate in game jams. Game developers may spend well over 50 hours per week developing their projects. Why would they want to take a weekend, lose that time from work, and...
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