Learn the Game Designer's role & responsibilities and check what you need to know to become one.
Times are changing, but a game designer remains a crucial figure in game development. An almost mysterious figure among players, the role of a game designer might seem an obscure job. How does one become a game designer? What exactly are they in charge of? And, more importantly, why are game designers still so crucial for development processes? Let’s break it down and learn more about the superheroes behind our favorite games. To shed some light on who game designers are and what they do, we talked to Valid Kazimi, a Game Design Manager at Solid Bash by Room 8 Group. I got my Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering and my Master’s in Computer Systems and Networks, and I took my first steps into entrepreneurship and management during my studies. Looking to find my place in IT, I delved into iOS development. Guided by my interest in mobile games and applications—I was an active mobile gamer—I naturally gravitated towards mobile development. However, quite soon, I found myself hitting the ceiling in terms of the challenges—I was reaching the limits of what I could learn on my own or find online. Seeking a more stimulating environment, I explored opportunities in corporate settings. After getting in touch with several companies, I found a fitting opportunity at an IT company, where I started as an intern. I eventually completed the internship and became a member of the team. However, I had a strong belief that my true calling lay in game development.Continue reading
