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[ShooterMcTavish]

1.I did consider it for a long time since gaming is a passion, unfortunately never pursued it.

2. I prefer permanent employment

3. Indie studio would be ideal, more creative freedom.

4. One large project, I could really take the time to build something meaningful.

5. Self published.

 

[Pegosaurus]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Yes, I have definitely considered it

2. I think in general I prefer contract/temporary employment. I feel like I would get stagnant if I stayed in one place too long, plus it allows you to explore more creatively as well.

3. Probably a small indie studio because I feel like it would be cool to get close with a small team of people and make a cool game. But I also wouldn't mind working at a large studio either.

4. Several different projects probably, unless I was very personally invested in a larger project

5. Probably a company that self publishes just because it would be a smoother experience I think, but I don't really mind either way that much

 

[Pandacon]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. I'm am considering it yes. I am not a game developer.. yet.

2. I prefer long term / permanent employment.

3. Either would suit me fine.

4. Either would suit me fine.

5. Either would suit me fine.

 

[Pupo]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. I considered it.
2. Permanent.
3. Small.
4. One large project over several years.
5. Self publish.

 

[ithebigc]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. No, I don't have any knowledge of programming whatsoever. I am hoping to go into localization at some point in time, but I guess that doesn't count as a game developer.

2. Long term/permanent employment

3. Small/indie studio

4. Several different projects over the same course of time

5. Company that self publishes

 

[Atilac]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. I've comsidered becoming a game developer, I hold two degrees in computer science. The main obstacle is not knowing how to get into the industry.

2. I prefer long term / permanent employment.

3. Preferably small and indie, AAA seems far more soul crushing.

4. Several different projects, a large project probably provides less freedom and more higher ups breathing down your neck.

5. Self publishing. Seems like more innovation occurs in self publishing environments.

 

[Kurt Russell]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

I've thought about it but I don't have any technical knowledge so it's probably going to be just a dream.

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

Contract employment.

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

Indie studio

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

Several different projects

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

I'd rather work for a company that self publishes games.

 

[Kyou]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Not a developer, but for a time I was interested in working in games in an artistic capacity.

2. I prefer long term employment.

3. I'd rather work at a smaller, indie studio. I'd like to know everyone that works at the company with me.

4. I dunno if I could handle big multi year spanning project, I'd probably prefer stuff that takes around a year.

5. Self publishing

 

[Patryn]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Idly considered, but nothing seriously

2. Long-term/permanent. By a country mile.

3. Small/Indie

4. One large project

5. Self-publisher.

 

[infinit777]

1. Yes, currently am.
2. permanent.
3. large AAA Studio
4. One large project.
5. Either, not all publishers are evil.

 

[Francokid1]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

Yes. I hope to be making games in the near future.

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

I prefer long term/permanent employment. I would like to be comfortable in my work place.

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

I would prefer to work at a small indie studio. I think it would be more relaxed and most importantly, let you show your creativity.

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

I would prefer to work on one large project. That would allow me to get attached to that project.

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

I would prefer to work in a company that self-publishes games.

 

[Livingskeletons]

1. No and No

2. Permanent, don't have to worry about getting another job.

3. Small because you make your own rules.

4. Multiple projects, less chance for disappointment.

5. Publisher as a partner.

 

[David___]

Alright GAF!

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Currently considering going to college for it once I get out of high school and finish the core courses in college.

2. Probably long term employment.

3. Large AAA studio.

4. One large project over several years.

5. Publisher as a partnership.

 

[Kuraudo]

With all of that out of the way, here are the questions!

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Yes, I've considered it. I have a degree in Computer Science, but never went into game development.

2. Long term/permanent.

3. Small or indie studio. I'd only work for a large company for job security, but in this industry working for a large studio doesn't seem any more secure than a small one.

4. One large project.

5. Self-publishes.

 

[olimpia84]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

When I was younger yes, I did consider becoming a game developer. Decided to purse a degree in Computer Science but after some time I felt like it wasn't for me and ended up switching majors.

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

Long term/permanent.

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

Large studio to get more experience and build a better resume.

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

One project over several years.

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

Company that has a publisher. I feel like it could be a bit more secure that way.

 

[Alucrid]

1. Yes, considered.

2. I prefer permanent employment.

3. Probably small studio.

4. Multiple projects over several years.

5. With a publisher, especially if they're fronting the marketing bill.

 

[mankoto]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?
I've thought about it a few times, yes.

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?
Long term.

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?
Small indie studio.

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?
One project at a time.

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?
Self publish

 

[Lebon14]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. No, I never have been and won't be a game developper.
2. I prefer long term and permanent employment
3. In a small indie studio.
4. On one project over the course of several years.
5. Work in a company that self-publishes game.

 

[MiguelItUp]

1. There are often times when I think about the possibility, though I'm unsure of what my role would be.

2. I would definitely prefer long term / permanent employment.

3. I would prefer a small / indie studio, or definitely somewhere in between.

4. I'd prefer to work on several projects for sure, so it doesn't feel too stale.

5. I would definitely prefer to publish in-house, but I'm not opposed to publish elsewhere.

 

[openrob]

With all of that out of the way, here are the questions!

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

Yes

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

Long term

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

Small studio

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

Several different projects

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

with a publisher

 

[boiled goose]

1. No, never considered
2. Long term
3. Smaller or indie
4. Different projects
5. Self publisher.

 

[Gonzon06]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

I'm not, but I have some Ideas I really wish I knew how to get started on lol

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

Permanent for sure

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

Indie, I'd prefer to have a small group with a shared vision that a few hundred working separately

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

Take my time on one to make sure It's just right

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

Self publishes for sure, who would want free reign on their own project?

 

[kuroshiki]

1. No
2. Long-term/permenant
3. Prefer AAA
4. one large project
5. self-publishing

 

[Shady859]

1. yes considered but not a developer
2. long term / permanent
3. small / indie studio
4. large project over the course of several years
5. self-publishing

Good luck on you project OP.

 

[Skrams]

1. Yes, I've considered it
2. Long Term
3. Indie
4. Neutral, I'd like the ability to tackle either if given the chance, mid tier $30~ or smaller $10~
5. Neutral, again I'd like the ability to tackle either if given the chance

 

[Lucent]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. I did at one point. But lately I'm feeling sort of glad I didn't get into it. lol. Though being and indie dev seems like it could be fun.

2. I guess long term/permanent since I've only worked regular jobs. Mostly retail. I rather have something I can rely on than hoping that I can snag another job somewhere.

3. I think indie studio because you could work on smaller projects and do different ideas more often. Have more freedom.

4. I'd rather do several different projects over the same course of time. I think I would get bored working on one game unless it was a dream project.

5. I think self-publishing would be preferred since you wouldn't have the restrictions that may be place on you by a publisher. But I guess it depends on the publisher.

 

[neurosyphilis]

1- Yes my childhood dream was to become a developer. I even wrote the plot and characters for the game, and it had asweome lore. It was a Sci-FI FPS.

2-I like permanent employment if it is a good job and pays well.

3- I would like to work for a big AAA studio. But it must be a great studio with a legacy like Naughty Dog or something.

4- A large project

5- A company with a publisher. Like Sony WWS is a great publisher because they give you freedom to do what you want.

 

[Ludens]

1- No, I have not the knowledge needed
2- Long term, of course.
3- A publisher, maybe you have not much freedom but you don't need to look for funds.
4- One large project.
5- Publisher as partnership

Thanks a lot for the chance.

 

[DarkTom]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. No,never seriously.

2. I prefer long term employment.

3. I will go for an AAA developper.

4. Several projects.

5. Self-published games.

 

[blue_phazon]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

Nope

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

Long Term/Permanent

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

Large AAA

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

One project over years

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

A company that has a publisher

 

[SevenToSix]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Yes, I have considered it.
2. Long term employment is preferred.
3. Large studio.
4. One large project.
5. Publisher.

 

[Iva Demilcol]

Let's see:

1. I have considered making games, but just as a hobby.

2. Long term/permanent employment.

3. Small studio.

4. I'd prefer to work on several projects.

5. I'd prefer to work in a company that self-publishes its games.


Cheers.

 

[Sophia]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Considered it.

2. Ideally permanent employment

3. Smaller to mid-size studio. More freedom.

4. Maybe one large project and one smallish project...?

5. No preference there, whatever would give my team the most freedom.

 

[Saturday]

1. Considered, but only ever acknowledged as a dream.
2. Long term, for sure.
3. Indie, I suppose.
4. One large project.
5. With a company that has a partnership with a publisher.

 

[SailorCosmos]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. Have considered becoming a game developer.

2. Long term / permanent employment.

3. Large / AAA Studio

4. Several projects over the same course of time

5. I would prefer to work for a company that has a publisher as a partnership

 

[User 479360]

1. Not seriously, but I've thought about it.

2. No, permanent

3. AAA

4. One project

5. A partner

 

[Sarobi]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

• No
• Long term /permanent
• Indie
• Large project over the course of several years
• Self publishes

 

[gai_shain]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

1. No
2. long term/permanent
3. large / AAA
4. Several different
5. Self publish

 

[BroggieDoge]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

-- Have not considered / no I am not

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

-- long term permanent

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

-- a small indie studio

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

-- one large project

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

-- work in a company that self-publishes

 

[ReDelicious]

1. Yes I've considered it

2. Long term

3. Smaller studio. Not necessarily indie but just not a gigantic AAA studio

4. I could go with either, but I'll just go with several smaller projects

5. Self published preferably

 

[jryeje29]

1. No
2. Long Term/Permanent
3. Large / AAA
4. Several Different
5. Self Publish

 

[DRock]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?
Yes / currently am not

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?
long term/permanent employment

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?
small/indie

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?
several different projects

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?
self-published

 

[Vuapol]

1. No, I never considered it.
2. Long Term/Permanent
3. Smaller/Indieish type.
4. Several projects.
5. Self-Publishing.

 

[PaulExcellent]

1. Yes, I have. I'm currently working on a game for the Arduboy and another for Android.
2. Long term/permanent.
3. Large/AA studio.
4. Work on several different projects. Variety is the spice of life.
5. Company that has a publisher.

 

[LOCK]

1. Yes, I considered this.

2. Long Term

3. Large/AAA studio, at least at first.

4. One large project

5. Publisher

I'm all about stability at this point in my life.

 

[Tak3n]

1. No
2. permanent is always preferred
3. AAA hopefully for better job security
4. Same project
5. Either is fine

 

[Freeman]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

-Yes. I'm studding computer science and even if I don't get to work on the game industry I will at the very least try to make something on my own.

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

-Long term I suppose.

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

-Large, as long as it was a studio that made games I liked. Larger studios can tackle more ambitious projects even if it comes at the cost of not having as much freedom.

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

-Several projects.


5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

-No preference, as long as I was getting paid or working on something I believed in.

 

[Replicant]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

I'm a graphic designer so yeah, at one point I was interested in becoming game developer....until I found out about how bad the job seems to be in terms of work/life balance. I like a good work/life balance and I feel being a game developer will mean I lose the balance I currently have.

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

Long term employment is always preferable unless the work is one-note and there's not enough variety.

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

While probably different, I have worked for large and smaller company and so far my experience with the smaller company has been better. I have more input on what to do, the managers actually work with you as opposed to overlording you, which just makes work experience more pleasant in general.

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

Several different projects. I get bored easily if I have to work on the same thing for too long period of time.

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

I don't know. The later sounds better but I can't know for sure.

 

[Lennox]

1. Have you considered becoming a game developer / are you currently a game developer?

Yes, but only considered

2. In general, do you prefer contract / temporary employment or long term / permanent employment?

I thought I would prefer long term, but so far I like temporary just to keep things fresh.

3. If you worked in the game industry, would you prefer to work at a small / indie studio or a large / AAA studio?

Indie studio for sure.

4. Would you prefer to work on one large project over the course of several years, or work on several different projects over the same course of time?

I always focus on one project at a time, although I have never taken one on that would last multiple years.

5. If you did work in the game industry, would you prefer to work in a company that has a publisher as a partnership or work in a company that self-publishes games?

It would be more stressful and difficult, but the freedom of self-publishing is worth it I think.

 

[DontBlink]

1. No.

2. Permanent.

3. Large studio.

4. Several smaller projects.

5. Self-publishing.