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My curated game developer resource spreadsheet that I update from time to time. docs.google.com/spreadsheets... Covers level design, game design, narrative, marketing, UX and a lot more. If you have any recommendations, just let me know.

submitted 48 days ago • 1 comment

The Game Developers Conference released its annual State of Games Industry survey today, which found that one in ten developers were laid off in 2024 Overall, 41% of developers were impacted by layoffs last year compared to 35% in 2023 www.gamesindustry.biz/gdc-survey-4...

submitted 150 days ago • 0 comments

No one - absolutely no one on planet earth - is more frustrated by a game’s bugs than the people who made it One of the criticisms I’ve seen lately re: bugs is that devs just shrug and go “them’s the breaks.” no. We are little balls of rage, spite, and swallowed tears

submitted 161 days ago • 98 comments

I met a lot of fellow SEA devs last year when I was in Malaysia. It's so full of love and talent. But it was evident huge companies were taking advantage of cheap labour and abusing it, with a lack of options for the local scene. Lots to do. Thankful for PMG's work. www.youtube.com/watch?v=RR9H...

submitted 164 days ago • 1 comment

Again, my utmost respect for @polygon.com for reporting on Dreams on a Pillow when so many sites and influencers that claim to stand for inclusivity and diversity and equality have ducked speaking about the genocide, about Palestine, and about Palestinian stories. www.polygon.com/gaming/50447...

submitted 164 days ago • 15 comments

Back in 2021, PMG reported on the unseen games industry crunch taking place at outsourcing studios in SE Asia. Since then, the companies we looked at have continued to work on some of the biggest games in the world, without any push to improve the conditions of the artists doing that work. (1/7)

submitted 164 days ago • 40 comments

For all the game devs who had a cool year, but can't mention what you worked on, we see you, too. And 👏👏👏 to you, as well!

submitted 178 days ago • 1 comment

I had a thread where I complained about how "unread" pips in inventories+menus "drive me crazy". I deleted it; it was an emotional take on a complex design space. Instead I'll talk about: 1: The problems they're trying to solve 2: Why I think they're often a bad solution 3: Why they happen anyways

submitted 187 days ago • 9 comments

The reason crafting is in every game now: It's like money laundering for game designers Let me explain.

submitted 199 days ago • 33 comments

🚀We Have Launched!🚀 Video Game Jobs is officially live! 🎉 👉 videogamejobs.work 👀 Studios: Post your open positions and find skilled candidates who are passionate about gaming. 🔍 Job Seekers: Level up your career with top opportunities in the gaming industry #VideoGameJobs #GameDevJobs #GamingCareers

submitted 197 days ago • 0 comments

So you want to be A GAME DEVELOPER? Look no further, I crafted a very valid game career guide for newcomers & those who generally feel lost in the games industry. #gamedev #gamedesign #leveldesign #gamecareerguide (Repost of my only viral post on the bird site from May 2020)

submitted 198 days ago • 2 comments

Unfortunately, we had layoffs at KING Art Games. I will be reposting some folks underneath this post but a lot are not on here. If you have any openings in Germany, Europe or remote get in touch and go hire these extremely talented and experienced developers! #gamedev #gamejobs #gamedevjobs

submitted 207 days ago • 2 comments

Since I got a couple of new followers I want to share this doc with game job search resources again that I'm maintaining. Just in case anyone is looking rn. Please share this around and let me know if you have any additions or feedback! docs.google.com/document/u/0... #GameJobs #GameDevJobs

submitted 279 days ago • 8 comments

I’m VERYYYY excited to announce that the Video Game Publishing Agreement Template Kit I wrote in collaboration with Aerial Knight Studio (a WELL-known Detroit based indie game studio) is NOW LIVE and FREE for developers! Check it out below! 🥹 www.aerialknight.com/publishing-a...

submitted 212 days ago • 46 comments

Here is a free template/guide for indie developers signing their first deal. I've seen many awful deals happen because developers didn't understand what some things meant. Hopefully, this helps. Feel free to download and share on your platforms. This doc isnt legal advice. shorturl.at/70gXm

submitted 212 days ago • 21 comments

Our GDC Scholarship returns for 2025 ✨ We're raffling all access passes to mid-career game devs of underrepresented genders. Special consideration given to those who are also a studio founder or community/grassroots organizer in games. More info & application options: pixelles.ca#gdcensemble

submitted 213 days ago • 1 comment

We need a word for ‘the reassuring glow one feels when seeing a visual glitch or an imperfect collider in a mega budget AAA game, the presence of which demonstrates that we are all human, and while the search for perfection elevates, we do well to forgive our creative short comings’ Shaderfreude?

submitted 214 days ago • 10 comments

I love "French 3rd-person indie game" art styles.

submitted 221 days ago • 5 comments

If you're a white cis guy struggling to think of how you can help, this right here is EXTREMELY powerful Shut down weird shit your friends/coworkers say. Be brave enough to do it. This has so much more power than you can fathom trust me

submitted 222 days ago • 29 comments

I might find myself in a very difficult situation in the near future, would you kindly help me secure the future of my family by wishlisting my game THRESHOLD? This will help with the algorithms! Thank you! ❤️ s.team/a/2580020

submitted 224 days ago • 12 comments

(1/2) Reposting these for the benefit of recent influx of users arriving on these blue sky shores: Game Designers 101 - Starter Pack with 150 video game designers to follow in one click: go.bsky.app/KFBJn7C #gamedesign #gamedev (See thread for the sequel!)

submitted 223 days ago • 2 comments

Starting a thread 🧵 on #gamedesign nuggets of wisdom...

submitted 234 days ago • 40 comments

#Blocktober is almost over and it was amazing to see so many great #LevelDesign posts again. While I cannot yet share something from our current project I am happy to share two Level Design roles we are hiring for! #GameDevJobs king-art-gmbh.factorialhr.de/job_posting/...

submitted 233 days ago • 1 comment

Still a few spots left in the German Games Industry starter pack! If you know anyone who should be on this list lemme know 🙏

submitted 230 days ago • 1 comment

#Blocktober is almost over and it was amazing to see so many great #LevelDesign posts again. While I cannot yet share something from our current project I am happy to share two Level Design roles we are hiring for! #GameDevJobs king-art-gmbh.factorialhr.de/job_posting/...

submitted 233 days ago • 1 comment

Control is one of the most stunning examples of Brutalist architecture in games. These are just a handful of the real buildings that have left their mark somewhere in the Oldest House.

submitted 237 days ago • 0 comments

If you see this, quote-post a bridge.

submitted 237 days ago • 0 comments

all game developers on bsky

submitted 242 days ago • 27 comments

We are looking for speakers for our virtual IndieGameBusiness Leadership Conference on Dec 11, organized by @thepowellgroup.bsky.social All speakers will receive a stipend. Submit your talk about leadership/communications here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #gamedev #indiedev #indiegamedev

submitted 239 days ago • 1 comment

⭐ GAMES INDUSTRY LABELER INSTRUCTIONS v2 ⭐ The automated labeler is working! Let's walk through the new process of getting a label! 🧵 #GameDev

submitted 239 days ago • 95 comments

Alright, here it is: I collected ~100 #GameDev starter packs and put them all on one Notion page! ✨ They're categorized by: 🍃 Location 🍃 Discipline 🍃 Game Genre 🍃 & more! It also includes tips / labellers / block lists that I've stumbled on. I hope this helps you settle in & reconnect! 😊 👉 LINK

submitted 239 days ago • 108 comments

Gamedev starter packs: gamedevs go.bsky.app/JscC4Fx queer go.bsky.app/3mxxW8g lighting go.bsky.app/QADTe3H gamedevs go.bsky.app/Hfdwrad indies go.bsky.app/QVx789h solo go.bsky.app/J9yPvq8 streamers go.bsky.app/AW8DjxC designers 101 go.bsky.app/KFBJn7C designers 102 go.bsky.app/BoEMZY8 #gamedev

submitted 245 days ago • 54 comments

I made a German Games Industry starter pack! 🇩🇪 go.bsky.app/GS3eL7b Haven't seen a list yet so I made one! Let's help German gamedev Twitter escapees find each other. 💖 Reply if you want to be added! #gamedev #indiedev

submitted 244 days ago • 143 comments

Now on bluesky: the ✨game design wiki✨! It includes: 🌱 The career progression of a game designer 💼 How to hunt for game design jobs 💡 Detailed run through of the game design process 🖼️ Many handy resources And more! rosacarbo.notion.site/Game-design-...

submitted 241 days ago • 61 comments

Since people have been asking, I've created a "Background Radiation" Games Industry Starter Pack! The goal is a pack that gives you a good horizontal overview of the games industry and its surrounding fields - and the conversations happening there. go.bsky.app/RxQCsKS

submitted 242 days ago • 136 comments

I made a Level Designers Started Pack for fun! And to make sure I'm following LDs and you can too! go.bsky.app/BBEmdW

submitted 244 days ago • 20 comments