A 3D animation rigger is a member of a visual effects team who helps to prepare 3D assets for animation. The role combines both artistic and technical skills into a single job that is crucial for productions in film, television, video game development, and more. If you are looking to start a career in the […]
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Use GDevelop to Make Your Own Games
With GDevelop, anyone can easily get started making and even selling their own games – and you won’t need to write a line of code! GDevelop is designed to be easy to use, but you may still have some questions, and that’s why we’re here. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to […]
What is Cel Animation and How to Use It?
If you’re of a certain age, there’s a good chance you grew up with a lot of classic cartoons, but you may have noticed that animated films these days just don’t look the same as they used to. You could chalk this up to nostalgia, but it also comes down to the classic techniques in […]
Who are The 10 Best Animators of All Time?
In this article, we are going to look at ten of the greatest animators in history and explore what makes them great as well as their impacts on the industry. What Makes a Great Animator? Though every animated film relies on a team of talented artists and technicians, few people have as much influence over […]
All About Epic Games
People ‘in the know’ when it comes to modern video game technology understand precisely who Epic Games is. Operating one of the largest games in the world (as far as popularity and number of accounts are concerned) in Fortnite, this company records over 350 million accounts and an impressive total of 2.5 billion friend connections. […]
How to Use Kaboom.js to Make Video Games
Kaboom.js is one of the best Javascript platforms for beginners, allowing you to create fun and simple video games without requiring extensive coding knowledge. This article will discuss Kaboom.js in greater detail, who might be interested in creating a Kaboom game, and how you can create your very own Kaboom video game. What is Kaboom.js? […]
How to Use Unity Cinemachine Virtual Cameras
Coding camera angles for games and animation has been a pain … Until now. Before Unity Cinemachine, camera movement needed to be directly keyframed or, using code, had to be carefully scripted. What Is Unity Cinemachine? In short, Unity Cinemachine opens up an entirely new world of opportunities for animation, game design and development, and […]
All Time Favorite MS DOS Games
DOS was the original operating system for early Windows-based systems. DOS stands for Disk Operating System but was replaced once Windows XP launched. DOS games were those developed under this operating system. While some of the best DOS games can bring you back to wonderful memories of your younger years, they also laid the foundation […]
A Glimpse into the Work Life of A Game Developer
Aaron Hunter of Austin, Texas has been making digital games for over 20 years. He played video games extensively when he was young. His fascination for games turned into curiosity about how they were made which then paved the way to a career path in game development. “I started with a language called BASIC. I […]
Lessons From An Indie Game Studio Owner
A common misconception that people have about getting into video game development is that the only skill you need to learn is to code. This couldn’t be further from the truth. “I wish I had known about the many different parts of game development. You need to try all the different aspects of game development […]
Self-Learning and Standing Out in A Saturated Job Market
How far will you go to achieve your dreams? Soyhan Yazgan jumped through hoops to become a game developer. He is a Turkish national who moved to Finland in 2012 to pursue his education. “I spent many years playing video games and being fascinated with technology. I’ve always wanted to be a programmer for as […]
Surviving Freelance Game Development: The Ins and Outs of Finding Work
“As a freelance game developer, I have a flexible schedule and the freedom to choose what project to work on,” Guillaume Letaeron, a French expat living in Japan, said. He is one of the growing numbers of foreign game developers settling in the land of the rising sun, searching for opportunities to work with video […]
There’s A Time For Everything: How to Be Happy Working in the Gaming Industry
Can game developers achieve work-life balance? Game Developers work with only one goal in mind: finish a video game project. Achieving work-life balance is unheard of in a career in which crunch time is part of the job description. And though they’re not exactly shy in calling for office reform, most have embraced their fate […]
Gamer to Studio Co-Owner: A Unique Path to Success
The indie game industry is perhaps more widely known for its financial failures than its success, and yet it shows no sign of slowing down. This comes as no surprise. Developers are some of the most passionate and dedicated individuals to walk this earth. And with a multi-billion dollar gaming market to invest in, it’s […]
Rising Above the Challenges: How A Game Designer Turn A Job Loss Into A Biz Opportunity
For the first time in his 20-year career, Darrell finds himself in between jobs, taking on freelance work as much as he could. “It’s new territory for me as I’m very much used to being in an office with a large group of people,” says the former Lead Level Designer from Sheffield, UK. “But seeing […]
How to Find a Promising Internship in Animation
When it comes to animation education, getting your degree is a worthwhile endeavor. Post-Secondary education is becoming commonplace in game design career aspirants. For aspiring animators, it’s already a well-established practice. You could indeed find all the resources you need to learn animation online for less than what it would cost to go to college… […]
Compare Your Options and Find Your Ideal School: New Jersey Graphic Design Schools
The graphic design industry is possibly one of the fastest-growing markets for those interested in an art-related career. However, not all colleges and universities offer degrees or certificates in Graphic Design, due to its relative recentness as a growing industry. Here you can find the top institutions for a graphic design certificate or degree in […]
A Video Game Designers Salary: Updated Guide
Before the success of gaming consoles, “video games” used to mean PC games. Then console popularity grew. Around the time of Xbox and the Wii, game studios realized there was an untapped market outside of the self-identified “gamers” category. Kids and adults were more than willing to play games, there just wasn’t content that grabbed […]
Where to Learn Graphic Design in Arizona
Graphic design is so much more than just designing logos and creating flashy fonts. Marketing, pop culture, art, and technology: these are the areas you need to be skilled in to become a top graphic designer in your area. Upcoming graphic designers need to be fully prepared before jumping into the graphic design world. Earn […]
Study and Develop Your Graphic Design Skills in Minnesota’s Accredited Design Programs
With the demand for quality graphic designers comes the surplus of amazing programs for those who want to learn more about the industry. In this article, we compiled the leading institutions in Minnesota that offer a graphic design degree or certificate. Take your pick among the following universities and colleges and decide which one is […]
Video Game Modeler Career Profile
A 3D modeler is an artist who uses computer software to generate in-game assets as three-dimensional models, bringing characters and objects to life. Many games on the market today use 3D. Overwatch, Witcher III, Playerunknown’s Battle Grounds open beta…Some of your favorite games were produced with the help of hours of 3D rendering. What Do […]
The Types of Video Game Design Jobs
It’s something we’d all like to do, I’m sure. We play our favorite games and would love to be in the creative process. Who doesn’t want to build a rich gaming world like World of Warcraft? How do you become a game developer? You need an education or certification background in specific technological fields of […]
7 Trends Redefining Game Design: How Technology Is Changing the Gaming Industry
Have you heard any of those theories about how the world we live in isn’t actually “base reality?” Basically, what we think of as “real life” is just a hyper-realistic simulation that the more advanced version of us built, and we live in it? It’s kind of crazy, but when Elon Musk says it’s most […]
How to Use Game Theory in Video Game Development
How familiar are you with game theory? If you’ve never heard of it before, the term can be quite misleading. Game theory has no official ties to the games we think of, which is pretty counterintuitive. According to a definition provided by the trusty Merriam-Webster online dictionary, a “game” is an “activity engaged in for […]
We Compiled A Mega-List of Tutorials in Game Design
Designing Characters Character Design–Conceptualizing Tutorial This tutorial walks you through how one artist developed his concept for a “crossbow archer.” He starts with his idea, he shows his sketches, and he walks you through everything from form to color palette, to putting it all together at the end. If you want to see how another […]
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