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Lloyd
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How sucsessful are game developers?
I have been inspired to become one and I have been learning the basics and started to make my own.
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Harmit Singh
Game Developer
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Hi Lloyd! Welcome to the wonderful world of game development! It can be very rewarding and successful, but it is a lot of work. While the hours can be long and the work can be quite difficult at times, if you enjoy a fast-paced working style where you are constantly solving problems, collaborating with others, and have a strong passion for games, you'll fit in perfectly.
In terms of compensation, from my experience, it is very dependent on which department you are in. Software engineers, managers, project leads, etc will make more than say designers or QA testers, but those positions can lead to better opportunities in the future.
Hope this helps you and good luck on your journey!
In terms of compensation, from my experience, it is very dependent on which department you are in. Software engineers, managers, project leads, etc will make more than say designers or QA testers, but those positions can lead to better opportunities in the future.
Hope this helps you and good luck on your journey!
Ahmed Khanzada
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Ahmed’s Answer
Game development is a very fun and fulfilling field. If you create a videogame that a few people love, you are instantly successful!
However, it should be noted that tech jobs in the game industry pay less than normal tech jobs. This is because many people want to work at game companies, which lowers the salaries. People at game companies also work way more hours, because it's very difficult to ship AAA videogames.
However, it should be noted that tech jobs in the game industry pay less than normal tech jobs. This is because many people want to work at game companies, which lowers the salaries. People at game companies also work way more hours, because it's very difficult to ship AAA videogames.
Tony Pearson
Master Inventor
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Tony’s Answer
Lloyd,
"Success" is a highly personal concept, and it's defined differently by everyone. For some, it's about longevity in a single job. They take pride in maintaining a steady position with the same company over many years. Remember, it's quite common to have around seven different jobs by the time you're 35. While some people take pride in their loyalty to a single company from their teens to mid-thirties, others thrive on the excitement of moving from one job to another, experiencing various companies and roles.
Then there are those who measure success by their financial gains - the size of their salary, the value of their stocks, and the richness of their benefits. Some individuals choose to go it alone, pouring hundreds of hours and a diverse skill set into creating their own games. The reward? The satisfaction of creating something entirely yours, and the potential financial gain if you decide to sell it on a platform like Steam. Others find fulfillment in being part of a larger team, contributing to the creation of games within a company. While this path may offer more financial stability, it also means sharing the profits of your work with others.
And let's not forget about those who define success by the balance they strike between their work and personal life. They value the freedom to travel, the convenience of working from home, and the luxury of flexible hours.
In essence, Lloyd, success is what you make it. It's all about finding what makes you feel accomplished and fulfilled.
"Success" is a highly personal concept, and it's defined differently by everyone. For some, it's about longevity in a single job. They take pride in maintaining a steady position with the same company over many years. Remember, it's quite common to have around seven different jobs by the time you're 35. While some people take pride in their loyalty to a single company from their teens to mid-thirties, others thrive on the excitement of moving from one job to another, experiencing various companies and roles.
Then there are those who measure success by their financial gains - the size of their salary, the value of their stocks, and the richness of their benefits. Some individuals choose to go it alone, pouring hundreds of hours and a diverse skill set into creating their own games. The reward? The satisfaction of creating something entirely yours, and the potential financial gain if you decide to sell it on a platform like Steam. Others find fulfillment in being part of a larger team, contributing to the creation of games within a company. While this path may offer more financial stability, it also means sharing the profits of your work with others.
And let's not forget about those who define success by the balance they strike between their work and personal life. They value the freedom to travel, the convenience of working from home, and the luxury of flexible hours.
In essence, Lloyd, success is what you make it. It's all about finding what makes you feel accomplished and fulfilled.