Secrets of the Video Game Industry Series 1

Discover the Secrets of the Video Game Industry: 3 Videos, 3 Books, 3 Podcasts and 3 Courses.?

Whether you are a student aspiring to land your first job,

A working professional seeking entry into the gaming industry,

Or simply someone eager to broaden your knowledge,

If you are passionate about video games and dream of making your mark in the gaming industry, this is where you keep on reading.

As you know, in an era of rapid technological advancement and social media proliferation, the abundance of content related to video games, education, and entertainment can be overwhelming. However, FEAR NOT!

In this short article, I have curated a concise list of resources that will lay the foundations for your successful career in the thrilling world of video games. These helped me, and I hope they do same for you too.

This carefully assembled, tailor made list of materials will provide you with insights into the video game industry, game design, and beyond. These materials are mostly free to use, and can be accessed via phone, computer and tablets. All you need is an internet connection. From videos and books to online courses and podcasts, this handpicked selection will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to excel in the industry.

Enough talk (Arnold Voice), let's dive into this treasure trove of resources and embark on a transformative learning experience.

Videos

World of Warcraft - Looking For Group:

This is a great behind the scenes documentary, how games change lives and becomes more than just a digital product, where entertainment expands to something bigger.

Gaming can make a better world | Jane McGonigal:

This phenomenal TED speech will change the way you look at the games.

Why do people Play - The booming gaming market:

An overall quick look on the market with some real data.

Podcasts

Think Like a Game Designer:

Justin has great mind perspective and will tell you how you also can think like that, mixing data and creativity to entertain others while putting a profitable game out there.

Triple Click:

They are very fun to listen to, they will teach you whats going on in here and there with jokes, stories and some fun data.

GamePlay:

Great overall news and stories with updated development schedules.

Books

Jason Schreier - Blood, Sweat and Pixels:

Jason is an awesome researcher, journalist, and spends lots of time with developers and games themselves. His masterpiece has stories from many perspectives and lays out the realities of game development.

Nicholas Lovel - F2P Toolbox:

As a designer and an author, Nicholas has seen the game development from ‘’shipped product’’ to ‘’live services’’ stage and this short and easy to understand book shows you what’s needed for the ‘’freemium’’ games as live services can and should be.

The Wow Diary:

An absolute fantastic story of one of the most successful video game ever, World of Warcraft, by one of its developer, from the beginning, showing all stages and drawing the bigger picture.

Online Courses

MITX - Edx :

This course will tell you what a game is (not just video games) and how it developed over the years and became what it is today. Videos look a little outdated but trust me, these people know how to lay great foundations.

Game Design Foundations - Linkedin Learning :

Short, to the point and easy to understand structure for first steps as a game designer.

Visual Storytelling for Film and Video Games, Ringling College of Art + Design:

Great syllabus and colorful good information, this course will teach you more than the basics.

There you have it! This is just a beginning and if you are enjoying these materials please feel free to ask questions, comment and share with your friends and connections.

Coming up next, I will put together a more complex sources for you to keep on learning!

I hope you enjoy it! See you next time!?