Ergonomic Workspace

Creating an Ergonomic Workspace for Game Developers

As someone who works in IT and spends significant time working on computers, I’ve learned first-hand how important an ergonomic workspace can be for game developers. I worked on computers eight hours a day at my full-time job for many years without experiencing any ergonomic-related health issues. However, a few years ago, I began working … Read more

AI Game Development Tools

AI Game Development Tools: Salvation or Ruin for Indie Devs?

A recent article by EpicDope.com reported that Microsoft is partnering with AI startup Inworld to develop game creation tools powered by artificial intelligence, which represents an exciting advancement for the gaming industry. As an indie developer myself, I’m excited about the potential time and cost savings these AI Game Development Tools could provide small teams … Read more

must have Unity assets

5 Must Have Unity Assets for Every Game Developer

I use the same handful of assets repeatedly for every new Unity project I start. These assets are essential to me for developing games efficiently and effectively. In this blog post, I will share my list of the 5 must have Unity assets for every game developer. Odin Inspector and Serializer Odin Inspector is a … Read more

Game Development Tips

5 Essential Game Development Tips for Unity

Game Development is fun, and with powerful game engines like Unity, it’s easier than ever to get started. Even though game engines have eliminated some of the complexity involved in developing a game it’s still very challenging. In this blog post, we will discuss 5 Essential Game Development Tips for Unity: Start small I can’t … Read more

How To Calculate Distance In Unity

How To Calculate Distance In Unity

Distance calculations are essential for many aspects of game development, including: This guide explains how to calculate distance in Unity, helping you choose the correct method for your game’s needs while ensuring performance and visual quality. Unity’s Methods for Distance Calculation Example Implementations Simplified example of Zombie Chase Behavior: Moving Toward the Player with Stopping … Read more

Unity's Pricing Model

Unity’s Pricing Model: A Symptom of a Bigger Problem for Indie Devs?

In September 2023, Unity, the popular game engine used by millions of developers, announced that Unity’s pricing model was changing to include a per-installation fee. This change was met with immediate and widespread backlash from the developer community, who argued that it would unfairly target small developers and indie studios. Unity’s new pricing model is … Read more

How To Make A Cover System In Unity

How To Make A Cover System In Unity: Similar to Dawn Of War – Part 2

Welcome back to the second installment of my series on How To Make A Cover System In Unity. If you followed along with my previous post, you already have a solid understanding of the CoverSpot class. Now, it’s time to put everything together with the CoverController, the overarching system that manages our individual cover spots. … Read more

Best Game Development Courses

The Best Game Development Courses of 2024

If you are serious about becoming a game developer, you must learn various skills, from game design to programming to art and animation. One of the best ways to learn these skills is to take a comprehensive game development course. In this guide, I ranked and reviewed the best game development courses, along with my … Read more

Minimum Coding You Need to Know to Start Making Games in Unity

The Minimum Coding You Need to Know to Start Making Games in Unity

Learning game development is like learning to ride a bike. You don’t start by doing wheelies or racing downhill; you start with the basics. And today, that’s precisely what we will talk about: What is the minimum coding you need to know to start making games in Unity? Yep, that’s right—no need for a computer … Read more

how much do Indie game developers make

How Much Do Indie Game Developers Make?

At some point, all gamers have thought about making their own game. I know I have! Especially with the release of game development software like Unreal and Unity, making game development more accessible than ever. You no longer need to be a computer engineer or a fantastic artist; there are AI tools and Marketplaces to … Read more