http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums Learn everything you need to know to get into the videogame industry! en Mon, 21 May 2012 04:42:26 GMT vBulletin 5 http://www.gamecareerseminar.net/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5882&goto=newpost Mon, 21 May 2012 04:38:25 GMT Hi there!:) Thanks for welcoming me. Glad to be in here.:):) exploder toy gun (http://toycapgunonline.blogspot.com) Hi there!:) Thanks for welcoming me. Glad to be in here.:):)



exploder toy gun ]]> Announcements ladymar http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5882 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5881&goto=newpost Sun, 20 May 2012 23:48:51 GMT I'm a college student and I need some advice for a journalism career career. I love the entertainment industry as a whole. Video Games, movies, tv shows, celebrities, and music. I am currently in school for journalism and I just need help what kind of journalist I should be. I've already looked into entertainemt journalism and I live that. Writing articles/pieces about the entertainment industry looks like an awesome job. But what do entertainment journalists focus on. Do they just focus on being on the red carpet all the time or writing articles about celebrities all day? Do entertainemt journalists write articles about Video games, movies, tv shows, music, and other celebrity stuff. Should I become a freelance journalist? I guess my dream job is to write articles or do reports for ign in New York or another entertainment company with an office. Maybe a staff position?

Or maybe I should try games journalism? But dont entertainment journalist write about video games too? I'm a gamer and I would love to write about the newest games or movies coming out or do reviews. ]]> Writing CollegeWriter19 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5881 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5880&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 13:10:25 GMT In recent days, me and a group of friends was discussing the possibility on game-making. Everyone got excited as usual and now we are concerning... In recent days, me and a group of friends was discussing the possibility on game-making. Everyone got excited as usual and now we are concerning about the commitment and don't let the initial exctiment overthrow us, because as I've read so many times that game-making groups dies at very beginning.

On our first meeting, we got a hot discussion on whether Web or PC is the best plataform. One of my friends were arguing that web technologies are better, because it would be knowlege that can grants us a job in the future and specially defending the HTML5, once that Flash is "a dead technology". Even that I hardly disagree with him (since so many websites like Newgrounds holds tons of flash games), I don't know if is it really a possibilty.

So, what about the binary?
One of the guys in the meeting said that it was "going backwards", that web games are more attractive for other people and no one downloads strange ".exe files" from unknown sites. And also for the same reason as mentioned above.
Once again, I said that it doesn't matter right now, because the main goal is to break the "first game barrier".

And the meeting ended as it is. Now, we are doing research, but this web vs binary discussing got me stuck on what is the best for the group and for the programmers (were I am included).
By the way, we are not thinking of selling. We just need experience and knowlege.

Thanks. ]]> Programming viniciusepiplon http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5880 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5879&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 18:33:26 GMT Hey everyone,
So first thing. I've spent the last two and half years testing games, and I love it. The studio that I am currently working for is closing, so I am looking for a new job. I have two offers at the moment, one of them working in mobile, testing phone syncing to servers, and the other is testing a video streaming website. Both of the companies have expressed interest but haven't given me an explicit offer yet, both have asked for my desired salary. The thing is, I don't know what is a fair expectation for these fields. I've been told that game testing makes less than other software testing, but how much? I was making 18/hr as a game tester. What should I ask for in either of these fields? Is there any positives or negatives to either of these fields?

For me personally I plan on learning to code and being an engineer for a shorter term goal with the hopes of eventually being a producer or project manager long term. Do either of these help towards these goals? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks! ]]> More Careers NoUse4AName68 http://www.gamecareerguide.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5879 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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