What No One Tells You About Becoming a Game Dev
So… you want to become a game developer.
You picture building the next Hollow Knight or Stardew Valley. But what does it actually take?
In this video, I break down everything I wish I knew before starting out — the hidden skills, the mental grind, and why most people give up before they ever finish a game.
We’ll talk about:
The reality of working solo
Why game dev is more than just coding or art
The overlooked importance of project management and polish
How publishing and marketing are part of development, not separate
If you’re a new or aspiring game developer, this isn’t meant to scare you — it’s here to prepare you.
🔗 Mentioned creators/resources:
Code Monkey – / codemonkeyunity
Chris Zukowski – https://howtomarketagame.com
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