I Quit My Job To Make Indie Games - How It’s Going

In this #devlog, I discuss the last 6 months of my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.

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[Aarimous]

"I'm investing into something that will benefit me in the long run" this is pure gold and while it's not the easy choice, it certainly feels like the right way to live.

[iHeartGameDev]

Really inspirational, Thomas. You're going for the dream! It's awesome to follow along!

[AirburstStudios]

My biggest insight when developing a project as a programmer (and second trait artist) was the need for an art bible. I hired a concept artist after 3months in development and he changed the whole vision of the project just by visualising and setting up style guides. My future projects will definitely start with a game design document + art bible before I write a single line of code.

[UnwrittenInkStudios]

Fantastic idea with "Fun Fridays" where you don't work on your main game, but instead have fun by messing around with smaller games/projects.
Maybe not every Friday, but once in a while it's great to let go of the main game and just have fun with the engine and try new things.
And sometimes it even spawns new ideas/ways to do things that could work for the main game - just be careful with scope creep!

[AaronKelly-oibd]

This video is very inspirational i am just starting to learn the basics off game dev with a full time job and 3 kids and finding it very hard to find the time to sit down and keep learning but videos like this one makes me want it more! Thank you for that

[timvandeneng]

You've given me a lot of motivation on my personal quest becoming an indie dev! Im 20 now and still on school studying game development but i can't wait to get out there!

[rohanayush]

I loved your shirt and style . I like your way of telling stories . Gives very positive vibes. Hooked on to see more from you. All good wishes for you

[TreeFallStudios]

You are legit the best. I also love the honesty with what you said about wanting to work hard to support your fam, but then you are burning the midnight oil and actually spending less time with them even though that was the whole point of quitting. I tread that balance line all the time and sometimes it is just hard to get right. Great video man keep going!

[speedwaylabsdev]

I think you’re doing a great job just pumping out new ideas. Keep up the great work and congrats on the big moves!

[DumoGoblin]

Congratulations, sir ! And wishing you big success ! 🙌

[corriedotdev]

On the first I finish my PhD and I'm taking two months to make my game. Been so long, resonates hard what your wrote. Will definitely allow my head to free up once this is done. Exciting!

[jamescandyland]

Awesome video dude! It’s cool hearing your story with game dev and your perspective with work-life balance✌️

[nicomartina]

Man! I wish I had someone like you to mentor me through this path. I truly need help! Loved the video!

[RealPeoplePerson]

Great video! It's amazing how quick progress one can make when there's no need to sync with designers, artists, UX, QA etc. to get everyone on the same page on exactly how a feature should work and what's needed to implement it. I very much enjoy this low friction aspect of indie dev.

[flamart]

I just watched your older video about getting job instead of game developing own games, and after that was surprised to see this video. :)

[TheShelfman]

Love this video, Thomas. Thanks for sharing these insights. Very curious about the financial video😁

[CappicheGames]

This was a great watch, thank you and good luck with your future!

[thatonedudelive]

Absolutely goals! Currently in a similar boat. I quit my Corporate job at the end of December. I had already started 2 business but still making the grow. Once they are both functional, I will be physically working about 3 days a week, while the 2nd business generates income. With my other free time at that point I want to dive deeper into Game Dev and make 2-3 small games to start! Cant wait to see more videos!

[NeekOW]

You are an awesome guy and I hope everything works out for you man!!! Gonna check out your games!

[GamesBySaul]

Thank you for making this! Super interesting to see how things are going, sounds like the benefits outweigh the negatives for sure, especially for you and the family time