Game Career Guide Forums http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums Learn everything you need to know to get into the videogame industry! en Wed, 16 May 2012 20:53:21 GMT vBulletin 5 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Game Career Guide Forums http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums Queries regarding QA and video game design http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5878&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 10:04:25 GMT Hello, I am a BE computer Science(Indian version of BS) 4th year student living in India. I have passion for games, have average programming skills... Hello,
I am a BE computer Science(Indian version of BS) 4th year student living in India. I have passion for games, have average programming skills and have artistic skills(I have been playing guitar from last 7 years and I can draw and paint and have written stories and poems).
I want to be a Video Game Designer and as it is not an entry level job, so I want Advice regarding my following questions.

1. Will job as video game QA help me in becoming video game designer?

2. Is entering the industry as video game QA advisable?If not then please suggest alternatives.

3. If yes for QA, and as QA is not permanent job,Is moving out of India(not my QA job openings in India) for QA advisable?If not please suggest alternatives.

Sorry for any typos or any mistakes. Thank you for your time. ]]> Design jagdeep201 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5878 Music composer / Sound Designer - Professional Freelance Audio Services http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5874&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 12:57:36 GMT Hi all,

I'm Hernan Marandino, musician, composer, producer and sound technician in Modulation Music.

We are Music & Sound Design Studio based on Argentina with world class professionals. Our works include TV, Radio, Games, Films, Restauration, Mixing and Mastering.

Besides experience, games needs touch and sense. As a composer I look for the developer's touch, of course, all people are different that's why music is so important and unique.

We focus on art, we live in music.

www.modulationmusic.com.ar

Any questions are welcome.

Very best regards and greetings from Argentina.

Thanks for your time,

Hernán Marandino ]]> Audio hhmusik http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5874 Writing a story for everyone with a GLBT protagonist http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5873&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 16:38:25 GMT Hello Everyone. Nowadays the GLBT presence in games is becoming a common thing, with games like Dragon Age, Mass Effect, Persona and The Sims... Hello Everyone.

Nowadays the GLBT presence in games is becoming a common thing, with games like Dragon Age, Mass Effect, Persona and The Sims letting you choose a same-sex partner.

But I've got a question of opinion

How would you direct a story where the protagonist is GLBT with no choice of being straight and still be appealing for everyone?

I know this is a hard question to answer since there's still a lot of people that don't accept this "way of life". But still I would like to know your answer. ]]> Writing rvalenzuela http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5873 How do you start designing a game? http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5872&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 15:54:42 GMT This is not a question asking for help, is more of a question to learn popular opinion. When you want to design a game from zero, how do you... This is not a question asking for help, is more of a question to learn popular opinion.

When you want to design a game from zero, how do you start?

-From the beginning of the story?
-From an event that would be epic to experience in a game?
-From the looks of a character and then create a story around it?
-From a personal experience?

Example: I read somewhere that David Jaffe designed God of War thinking of "Epic Events" and then attached them together through the Story.

I would like to know your answers! ]]> Design rvalenzuela http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5872 ¡Hola! http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5871&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 15:27:02 GMT Hello fellow game developers.

I created this post to say hi to everyone, I'm new to the Game Career Guide forum and I hope to find answers to my questions as well as I hope to be useful to everyone helping with anything and everything I can :).

My name is Ricardo Valenzuela, I'm from Guayaquil-Ecuador, I'm 21 years old with a Bachelor's Degree en Audiovisual Communication and Multimedia. My dream job is to become a Game Designer and my favorite genres are stealth, action and puzzle games.

I'm looking forward to find friends and possible future co-workers here from Ecuador, LatAm in general or any part of the world. ]]> Other/Off-Topic rvalenzuela http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5871 I-20 document http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5870&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 00:55:35 GMT I have a question about bank statement we provide for I-20. I would like to know what happens to that money. I mean can we use it after we get the... I have a question about bank statement we provide for I-20. I would like to know what happens to that money. I mean can we use it after we get the statement or does it need to stay there as long as I go the university? ]]> Other/Off-Topic ekba89 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5870 Studies in Helsinki (Finland) http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5865&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 14:11:37 GMT Anyone knows about Post graduate courses on video games there? I recently moved to Helsinki (from Barcelona) and I thought studying a master could be... Anyone knows about Post graduate courses on video games there? I recently moved to Helsinki (from Barcelona) and I thought studying a master could be a great way to learn and getting in touch with other developers here. ]]> Game Studies solkar http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5865 Assembling a team! http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5866&goto=newpost Mon, 07 May 2012 13:30:11 GMT Hello everyone! Something is wrong in the game industry. There are too many evil corporations ruining the art of game-making! We must join together... Hello everyone!

Something is wrong in the game industry. There are too many evil corporations ruining the art of game-making! We must join together and form an international team of indie developers. This is were you come in. If you wish to help me in me and my friends next project, please send me a PM.

For Justice!!! :D

Please read my blog at:
http://goodgalgames.wordpress.com/ ]]> Collaborate GoodGalEmma http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5866 What steps to take to further my chances as a concept artist? http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5863&goto=newpost Mon, 07 May 2012 12:43:16 GMT Hello there, My name is Rebekah and I live in Australia. I am currently studying a Diploma in Interactive Entertainment (Major in Animation), and I... Hello there,
My name is Rebekah and I live in Australia.

I am currently studying a Diploma in Interactive Entertainment (Major in Animation), and I would really love to be a concept artist when I gain enough skills.

I have been drawing most of my life, but have been seriously drawing from the start of this year (i.e sketching environments, character designs of my own).

I was just wondering what extra steps could I take to further my skills/chances in the field?

I am planning on continuing my studies to do a Bachelor of Animation next year at the same University I am at now, but is there anything else I can do in my spare time?

Thank you. ]]> Art rkell48 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5863 Aspiring Artist and Game Developer http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5867&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 20:58:54 GMT My name is Devon Peak and I'm an aspiring artist and game developer. If you're interested in art or game development. Follow me on Twitter or go to my website.

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/_devonpeak
Website
http://www.devonpeak.tk/ ]]> Art Devon Peak http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5867 Student looking for resources http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5859&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 19:55:05 GMT Hey guys,

Me and the search button weren't getting along so i figured i would post here. I am a current student about to graduate with a Associates in Visual Communications and im going back for game art at full sail. I have about 3 months before I actually leave to go, I have a basic knowledge of max and i have search countless hours of tutorials the issues im having is most tutorials aren't detailed enough. Are there any resources that go through the entire pipeline from start to finish in immense detail for game character art. preferable 3dsmax/mud box as the 3d/sculpting cause i have more knowledge in max and no z brush ]]> Art darrenortego22 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5859 Game Design Challenge: The Grid http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5855&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 23:35:45 GMT Hello all, Our latest Game Design Challenge has begun! This time, we ask you all to design a game that works within a 32x32 grid. What kind of... Hello all,

Our latest Game Design Challenge has begun! This time, we ask you all to design a game that works within a 32x32 grid. What kind of experiences can you create with such a limited canvas? Good luck!

Full details: http://www.gamecareerguide.com/featu...lenge_the_.php ]]> Design TCurtis http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5855 Jump into Game Development with GitHub http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5853&goto=newpost Tue, 01 May 2012 22:46:53 GMT I just wrote a blog post about getting noticed / getting a job in the games industry, which I think a few of you will find... I just wrote a blog post about getting noticed / getting a job in the games industry, which I think a few of you will find useful:

http://leereilly.net/2012/05/01/game...on-github.html

Snippet:
Quote:
I’m always blown away by GDC attendees’ passion for games - especially the students, recent graduates and indie developers there to network and break into the industry. I’ve heard more than a few people say that the most valuable thing about the GDC is the connections that they make; it’s these connections that help them find their dream jobs in professional game development.

I’d like to take a few moments of your time and tell you about another way to connect, get noticed and perhaps find your dream job...
Read on at http://leereilly.net/2012/05/01/game...on-github.html

Cheers,
Lee ]]> Announcements lee337reilly http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5853 Searching for Clarity http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5852&goto=newpost Tue, 01 May 2012 02:05:51 GMT Hi, I've come to this forum to get some clarity.

First I'll give you guys some history about myself.

At the end of high school I didn't know what I wanted to do. I kinda felt like I knew I wanted to go to a school for animation and game design but I didn't know where to go or start, so I decided to go to a community college in KY and with the help of my father, I got an associates degree in computer science. After I graduated from there, I went to EKU for about a year and a half. There I meet people that had decided to do what I should have done. Watching them work on their skills encouraged me to as well. They got me into animation and design using Blender. I continued my education in programming and we almost made a game together. When I was doing all that, I was happy. I knew that I had found something I liked, that I would love to have a career at.

I have some knowledge of programming. I have some self taught knowledge of 3D animation. My questions are....

What is more important, the piece of paper that says you have a degree in some part of Game Design or becoming a hobbyist? What are employers looking for? Also, what has greater pull, online or classroom degrees? Is the portfolio the key to getting in?

I am glad I joined this forum, I appreciate any help at all :) ]]> Getting Started sirerr http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5852 What technology is necessary http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5846&goto=newpost Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:45:43 GMT so video games will have the same narrative cpacity as books? so video games will have the same narrative cpacity as books? ]]> Writing yudencow http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5846