How I Almost QUIT Game Dev! My 10 Year Journey
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In this candid and deeply personal video, join me, Dennis, as I share the rollercoaster journey of my 10-year struggle in the world of game development. From the highs of working with industry giants like Disney, Netflix, and Sega to the crushing defeats of failed crowdfunding campaigns and publisher deals gone awry, I lay bare the raw truth of my experiences.
🎮 Embrace my triumphs and tribulations, as I divulge valuable insights for aspiring and seasoned game developers alike. Witness the evolution of my career from a novice with a pirated 3ds max version to a specialized character rigging expert in the AAA gaming industry.
🌟 As I reflect on the lessons learned, discover the price of putting all your hopes into one venture and the importance of staying adaptable in this ever-changing landscape. Hear the story of my "KnightOut" game, its highs and lows, and how it taught me the essence of not putting all my eggs in one basket. We did manage to release that game on Nintendo Switch, which really felt great.
🔍 Through the lens of my failures and successes, I rediscovered my passion for game development. Witness my rekindled joy as I share my latest projects, including a small climbing game and my upcoming endeavor, "Bloody Pigs." I'm creating indie game devlogs for this game regularly. Subscribe for devlogs and more game dev content. For this game I use Unity, but I also have experience in Unreal 5. Both are great game engines.
💼 Struck by the realities of my financial struggles, I faced a crossroads that led me to make a life-altering decision. The journey was not easy, and I confronted my own expectations to find my way forward. Join me as I reveal how I forged a new beginning and embraced my love for creating games, not for the big bucks, but for my own happiness.
🔔 If you've ever faced the developer's hell or felt the weight of failure, this video is for you. Learn from my experiences and avoid the pitfalls that nearly cost me everything. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content on game development, tips, and my ongoing adventures in the gaming world!
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00:00 - My experience as a Dev.
00:46 - How it all began.
01:29 - Starting a game company
03:07 - Our Big Project
04:35 - My dreams were crushed!
05:48 - Entering the AAA gaming industry
06:21 - What's next?
07:02 - The biggest lessons I learned.