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Hey, Good Game

One Game a Week: Two Years of Non-Stop Creation

Aug 20, 2024
Gabe Cornish, a seasoned game creator with over 40 published titles, shares his journey navigating the game industry. He emphasizes the thrill of making games regularly for fun rather than profit. Gabe advocates for embracing imperfection and exploring freeware development for sustainability. He discusses balancing personal projects with career challenges, highlighting the importance of community and innovative monetization strategies like Patreon. His insights inspire a carefree and passionate approach to game development.
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Quick takeaways

  • Gabe emphasizes the significance of creating games for joy and skill-building to combat burnout and foster creativity.
  • He advocates for sustainable practices like freeware development and alternative monetization to address industry pressures and support developers.

Deep dives

The Challenge of Enjoyment in Game Development

Many game developers are experiencing a lack of satisfaction in their work, often feeling burnt out despite creating successful games. Several factors contribute to this morale decline, such as repetitive projects, cancellations, and industry pressures. Gabe Cornish highlights the importance of joy in the development process and how personal experiences can shape this perspective. To counter burnout, he suggests that developers may benefit from engaging in side projects that reignite their passion for creating games.

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