Career questions tagged video-game-development
What are some good tips for video game design?
I'm a junior at San Francisco, and I want to make my own video games. I have some pretty good ideas, and I want to bring them to life. Any advice?
San Francisco
What are some tips that could help?
Hi, I'm trying to get into game development, I just got out of high school, and I was wondering if anyone could help with some tips that I should know that could help me.
Sedro-Woolley
What are the key components of making a video game?
I'm majoring in software development to become a game designer. Before I graduate, I want to know what is required to make a video game. If you have any answers, I would appreciate it if you list them in your response.
Upper Marlboro
what is the process to become a video game designer?
At School i'm in 7th grade and i'm most interested in design and technology. A topic i'm passionate about is designing video games. What are some career options that best align with these interests?
Great Barrington
how to code and make a video game
how do I code because I'm trying to make a video game what should I do??? btw I'm 14
United States
Getting into Video game design?
What is required to become a video game designer? I already know that C++ is needed but I'm looking for other help.
Wake Forest
What is the best thing i could do when it comes to making a design for a video game? should it be inspired by other big games or should it be comepletly orignal?
Job corp student wanting to do video game development
San Josewhat will the work environment be like ?
i am wanting to go into video game development or video game designer
San Jose
What do I need to do to become a video game programmer?
What do I need to major and minor in for a bachelor’s degree so I can become a video game programmer? Are there multiple subjects I should major/minor in to become a video game programmer?
Bradenton
What is the best resource for portfolio building as a Game Artist?
I'm looking to build a website to show off some of my work, but I'm not sure what the best option is. There are a lot of website-building services, but most have fees. Are there any good free options or should I bite the bullet and buy something like squarespace? For context, I am a rising junior studying game art. I'm a 3d generalist, but I mainly want to show off my modeling in Zbrush.
New York
Where do i post my first game?
I have an idea for a visual novel game, and i am in the proces of making it. one major concern i have is where should i post the game? i am worried that some sites will cost money to put it out there.
San Francisco
How can I build my resume as a video game disgner?
How can I build my resume to ensure that I can get a job as a video game designer
United States
What's the best way to start a video game designer career company-wise?
My name is Ian and I have an interest in animation
Delavanwhen working on games how often can you take breaks?
When making games it is a long process to make 1 game so do you take breaks often.
DelavanHow hard it it to make your own game from scratch?
like do you have to make the gaming design and make your own pictures
Delavan
What does a game design position entail?
I am looking into the game creation world and seeing a lot of titles with game design in them I know mostly what It means but am not 100% sure what they do day to day. and what should I look into doing in order to get a job with that title?
United States
How do I advertise my games once I have made them?
I have no other information for this question.
Elk RiverWhat languages other than javascript are good to learn if I want to get into video game design?
Im a beginning coder, I have been learning javascript for about 6 months now and I am really enjoying it.
Elk RiverWhat would be the best major to go into when I want to be a game developer?
I really want to go into game development or design but I can never find a good answer about what would be the best major to go in.
Bonita SpringsWhat are you expected to know going into a game development related job? And do you have any resources or tips to help me learn more about coding, game dev, VFX, and anything else i’d need to know?
I’m currently in the S.T.E.M. concentration at my school and i am also on the robotics team. While being in the concentration, i have developed a passions for coding, 3D Modeling and VFX. I am not the best at it which is why i’m coming here for advice. If there’s anything i should know, need to know, or any advice you have, please let me know!
Tampa
How do I set up an art portfolio for game companies to look at when I apply or do I send it to them?
I have separate files saved on my computer for all of my drawings but I don’t know how to assemble a professional portfolio
Chandler
Is designing video games any fun?
Id love to have a job I truly enjoy, so I'm split between becoming an MD or pursuing a career in video games.
Post Fallswhat should I go for?
I don't know whether to go for anesthesiology or for something more artistic, I love video games and could work in development but I also love medical science.
Post Falls
what is the best way to start coding a game
i am just starting out on coding and i am not sure where to start
Dolan Springs
What information-if any- should I learn before going to college for game development?
Will be attending community college
Newark
How do I start teaching myself game development?
What are other ways to learn game development to eventually publish a game online besides earning a college degree?
San Jose
where can I learn coding without school program?
Where is a place i can learn how to code so i can be prepared for my dream job?
United States
How do I get started being a Video Game Programmer?
So I'm 14, and I want to be a Video Game Programmer for a career. But the thing is, I don't know where to beginning or how to publish my first game for people to see.
Rock Hill
Do video game designers tend to work at home more than ever now
since the last covid spike
Atlanta
When stuck on a topic of coding is it better to try and fail or watch someone just get it right?
I'm asking this question because sometimes when I watch a tutorial about learning a certain way of doing something while I know its the right way sometimes I still fail to understand it
Chicago