Game Development

Made By : Shantanu Tikekar

Topics
1. What Is Game Development?
2. History of Game Development.
3. The Game Development Process.
4. Essential Skills for Game Developers.
5. Education Requirements For Game Developments.
6. Different Domains of Game Development.
7. The Different Phases of Game Development.
8. Career Paths in Game Development.
9. Opportunities in game development
10.Salaries in game development
11.The Gaming Industry.
12.Conclusion.
What Is Game Development?

● Game development is the process of creating video games,

encompassing everything from concept and design to
programming, art, sound, and testing. It involves a
multidisciplinary approach where various professionals work
together to bring a game from idea to reality.

● In this presentation we will focus on the basic idea of most

domains of game development and what their importance is in
the process
History of Game Development.

● The earliest games emerge from as early as 1950s-60s , where the

first know games had simple aspects such as spacewar! Which had a
simple goal where you shoot down the other ship while avoiding a
collision with the star or the opposing ship and Pong where you have
to play the game of ping pong with a computer or a person.

● These game were limited due to the low advancements in the field of
computers but as time went on and tech advancements had
skyrocketed game devs(game developer) got more room , more tech
and more function / ideas to play around with.
The Game Development Process.

● The Process of developing a game has various stages in it ,

developing a game can take one man or and entire team in it , this
is totally dependent on the game size , quality and the game
publishing corporation.
● The major parts of these processes consist of the following :-
A. Resource Making
B. Coding
C. Testing
D. Publishing
● All these topics will be further explained.
Essential Skills for Game Developers.
The skills a Game dev should or must know vary from their production field, as there are various roles in development of a game but
some skills a game dev should know according to their field are :

● Scripter : learn / master a programming language(eg:- C , C++ , py , lua) , Understanding of Game Engines , problem
solving skills for debugging , basic knowledge of physics etc.

● modeler : Texturing , mapping , understanding anatomy , polygon modeling technique , Rigging , Understanding materials and
shading , understanding the software etc.

● Animator : Understanding the animation software , Animation principles , character / creature animations , Lip Syncing and
Facial Animation , motion capturing , rigging , basic knowledge of physics , acting skills etc.

● Writer : Storytelling / writing skills , Character development , world building , adaptability , collaboration and communication ,
understanding the game theme / design etc.

● Artist / Visual effects: artistic skills , understanding the art software , texturing , character design , environment design ,
Proficiency in concept art and in-game art ,UI/UX design , collaboration and communication , etc.

● Sounds Engineer : Sound design , music composition , spatial audio , Mixing , Audio programming , Dialog recording and
editing. Voice changing , understanding the software
Education Requirements For Game Developers.

● Game Development is a work field where experience has more

importance than formal education, including the fact that if you
work solo you don't need any type of formal education just skill.
1. But if you want
A Bachelor’s to work
degree for of
in any company you might
the following :- need these
a. following
Computer Science.
requirements :-
b. Software Engineering.
c. Fine Arts.
d. Digital Arts.
e. Game Development.
f. Game Design.
g. Sound design
h. Animation

This is all you need for going into a simple or less known corporation where-as to get
into the big name companies you need more experience.
Different Domains of Game Development. - 1. Scripter

● As seen above there are 6 basic Domains / fields / criteria on which a game is developed , lets
see the role of each in the development of the game.

1. Scripter :- A scripter is a professional who writes scripts / codes that dictate various aspects of
the game such as every possible action that our game character can do. Their main focus is
to work on all game mechanics, player actions and world activities.

Example of a scripting
Different Domains of Game Development. - 2. Modeler

● Modeler :- A modeler is a professional who responsible all visible 3D (3-

dimensional) objects in the players sight. They make all models from the
character itself , to all building , environment , tools , etc. These are then
further divided into what they specialized in , like Character modeler , Map
maker ,etc.

Example of 3d modeling
Different Domains of Game Development. - 3. Animator

● Animator :- A animator is someone who works on all the movements that

happen in the game , any movement that happenes in game is a animation
of the 3D model of the object / character. They not only work on 3d
animations but also animate every interaction , Cut Scene , special effect ,
and almost all visual movement is done by an animator.

Example of Animation
Different Domains of Game Development. - 4. Writer

● A writer is a professional who works on the story of the game, they are the ones
who decide how the story progresses , how will character development occur ,
what will be the character development , story details , story progression ,
backstories and much more. This field is not necessarily in every game as there
are games that have no story , just the game. But nonetheless this is a important
step in making a story based game.
Here are the most well known Game Writers of the industry( NOTE - these are the lead
writers and are being helped by an entire team) :-

Michael Unsworth the Cory barlog the writer Neil druckmann the
writer of “GTA V and of “God Of War(2018)” writer of “The Last Of
Different Domains of Game Development. - 5. Artist / Visual effects artist

● An artist / visual effects artist is a professional who works on most

to all the 2D art that is in the game or is provided as a physical
copy. A artist draws / creates art for the game such as posters ,
UI/UX , etc. and A visual effects artist is a professional who mostly
works on the physical effects we see in game, such as , turning
green screen acting of cut scenes into a visually appealing scene.

Example of Visual effects

In game art from game “Ghost
Different Domains of Game Development. - 6. Sounds Engineer

● a sound engineer is a professional responsible for designing,

implementing, and optimizing audio elements within video games. They
ensure that the audio experience enhances gameplay, immerses
players in the game world, and contributes to the overall player
experience. They work on every audio element from the background
music to special effect sounds even to the tiniest sounds such as the
sound of rain.

Example of Sounds engineering

The Different Phases of Game Development.

● As discussed before Game Development has 4 phases these are :-

1. Resource making :- Resource making consists of everything from making the story to
making the 3d models and the sounds.

2. Coding :- After the resources are created we provide them with functionality by coding
them.

3. Testing :- This phase is where we test a dummy version or an unreleased / unfinished

version of the main game . This phase is mainly there for polishing the game more.
Testing can be done by anyone the devs or even fans

4. Publishing :- The Final stage where the game is released for the public to enjoy.
Career Paths in Game Development.

● As we have seen the game industry need a variety of people to function

so there are many career paths one can pursue in , Some examples of
such paths are :-

1. Game Designer
2. Game Programmer
3. Game Artist
4. Game Writer
5. Game Producer
6. Quality Assurance Tester / Testers
7. Audio Engineer
 Opportunities in game development

● With such a big industry and such demand , The gaming industry gives you
endless opportunities, you can be a part of a AAA company or even work
yourself , you can make your own team or just work for someone , it all depends
on on you.

● Some Of The most Well-known companies in the industry are :-

Nintendo Best known for

Legend of zelda series ,
mario series and much
more

Rockstar Games Best Epic Games Best

Mojang Studios Best Naughty Dog Best
known for known for
known for known for
The GTA Series The Unreal engine and
Minecraft The Last Of Us Series
fortnite
Salaries in game development

● Average Base salaries in each field in game development Per Annum :-

1. Scripter - ₹4L - ₹10L ( in India ) and $132K (in USA)

2. Modeler - ₹3.3L ( in India) and $124K ( in USA)

3. Animator - ₹2.3L - ₹10L (in India) and $40k - $60K (in USA)

4. Writer - ₹3L - ₹6L (in India) and $40k - $60K (in USA)

5. Artist / Visual effects artist - ₹3L - ₹8L (in India) and $45k - $70k (In USA)

6. Sound engineer - ₹2.5L - ₹5L (in India) and $40k - $60k(In USA)

● These are the average base salaries if you join a AAA company , but these figures
may vary if you own a business or have a higher post such as a lead , head ,
assistant etc.
The Gaming Industry

● The Gaming industry is considered to be one of the fastest growing industry

ever , this industry according to the 2022 data is worth more than $200
billion , and is growing rapidly than ever.

● This is one of the sectors where one gets to express their creativity and have
fun while making a living.

● But this industry / this market is one of the hardest ones to secure a spot in ,
as many well known games right now own a huge market share which is
hard to secure due to the strong fan-base.(Minecraft alone generated
$80.58MM in 2023 , this game was released in 2011)
Conclusion.

In conclusion, becoming a game developer is an exciting journey that

requires dedication, creativity, and technical expertise. By following a
structured path that includes acquiring relevant skills, gaining hands-
on experience, and building a strong portfolio, one can increase their
chances of success in this dynamic and competitive industry. Here
One does not require much formal education individuals create games
with passion too. With perseverance, continuous learning, and a
willingness to adapt to new technologies and trends, aspiring game
developers can unlock a world of opportunities and contribute to the
ever-evolving landscape of gaming.