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What's Going on in Gaming Today?

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Over the last 20 years, the popularity of video games has significantly increased, completely changing the entertainment industry.

With improvements in technology and the growth of Esports, video games have finally taken the center stage. With that growth, the need for smart and creative video game designers, developers, and artists has risen to an all-time high.

Games that used to take 3-10 people to create, now take more than 100 and costs tens of millions of dollars. Even games designed for mobile devices can take years to create. But with so much money on the line (billions), it's more important than ever to produce something special.

With all that's changing it can be a little difficult to figure out where you fit in. For those interested in getting an education, becoming a professional game designer, or making games from home, we've organized our gaming industry archives to help you take the next step.

Check out some popular gaming articles:

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Helpful Game Development Interviews

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Gaming’s popularity is ever on the rise, with no sign of it stopping anytime soon. When an industry is generating billions of dollars annually, it always follows that people will try and capitalize on the market. In a world where technology is at everyone’s fingertips, and the paths to exposure are more accessible than ever, […]

Written by Dustin Tyler - Updated on August 16, 2023

How eSports Have Changed Gaming

growth of esports

It usually doesn’t take a lot of channel surfing to find some kind of competitive sport. Depending on the time of the year, you’re bound to run into a game of basketball, tennis, football, and more. From yearly events like the Superbowl and World Series to the long-awaited Olympic Games and World Cup, there’s no […]

Written by Dustin Tyler - Updated on March 10, 2025

Can You Design Games Just as a Hobby?

Game Design as a hobby

Many people who game design start out as hobbyists, then turn it into a full-time career. But what if you already have a career? This guide looks at the possibility of success at being a game designer in conjunction with an existing career. It’s Going to Take Time One of the biggest problems with game […]

Written by Dustin Tyler - Updated on July 4, 2023

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