By Robert Sutter


One of the most noticeable types of art these days is game design and there are many reasons for it. Not only is gaming, in general, one of the most popular hobbies but it clear that more and more companies require designers in order for the best products to come about. If you are looking to become a game designer, there are a number of tips that are worth taking into consideration. Here is a list of 3 of the most helpful points that budding designers should keep in mind.

1. Never follow the crowd. With annualized franchises like Call of Duty being so prevalent, it is easy to fall into the trap of following the leader. It is clear that certain genres are able to make the most money but one of the other traits that series have, which newcomers in this field do not possess, is name recognition. As a budding designer, you have to build your own identity and what this means is that your creativity has to shine. Do not be afraid to deviate from what is popular.

2. Game design is one of the few art forms in which science is necessary. This isn't to take away from the idea of creativity, since it is needed in order for the best games to rise to the surface. My argument, though - and I am sure that students in this field will be able to agree - is that computers are needed in order for these games to eventually be created. If such aspects as coding and rendering are not seen, games are unlikely to be created.

3. Staying up-to-date with developing trends in the gaming industry should not go overlooked. This is especially true when the video game business is, for the most part, a rapidly-changing field. Sometimes a story may go unnoticed but you have to make it a point to read up and understand the developments that you, as a student, can make use of in the future. The more that you pick up on in the media, the better of a career you will have once you graduate.

These points are just a few to keep in mind if you want to make the most out of game design. To say that there is a tremendous degree of work that is associated with game design perhaps goes without saying but I do not think that this should turn anyone away from this particular endeavor. In fact, I am of the opinion that most of these students have potential because they have a lifelong appreciation for gaming. In time, as long as they put in the work, students can excel in the gaming industry.




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