Hiya' folks! We have another handy resource for you today—a games career guide from ScreenSkills! 🐲💚
This directory is a great starting point for exploring various roles in the industry. It breaks things down super clearly: what people do, the skills you need, and how to get there. ⬇️
Hey #gamedevs! If you're seeking mentorships, check out BobaTalks! 🐲💖
This amazing community connects early-career individuals with mentors across industries, including game design. They offer resources to help you grow, plus a supportive network so you’re never alone in your career journey. ⬇️
Reminder: We’re going live on 04/02 @ 4 PM PT with the amazing @elainegomez.bsky.social as our special guest! 📣✨
If you’re an early-career #gamedev looking to learn more about #gamedesign from someone with lots of know-how, this talk is perfect for you! ᕙ( •̀ ᗜ •́ )ᕗ
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📺 Twitch
Hey friends! We're back with another great resource for you, this time a masterlist put together by Henry Zoo! 🐲💚
This curated collection of free #gamedev talks is packed with tons of insights on game design and the industry—from GDC and TED talks to podcasts, panels, and conferences. ⬇️
In this Breaking Into Games talk, @wilsanity.bsky.social joins us to share his success story! 🙌✨
Michael breaks down how volunteering, leveraging transferable skills, making genuine connections through networking, and staying positive all played a part in helping him land his current role. ⬇️
(2/2) 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐄 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒! ⬇️:
• In The Flesh by GliK Games
• Brass Knuckle Brawlin by Ghoul Fungi
• Eggstinct! by Manaforce Studios
• HyperTyper 2000 by @binaryclone.bsky.social
• TBA metroidvania by @josephdev.bsky.social
(1/2) 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐄 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒! ⬇️:
• Bean Sidhe by @sealbeegames.bsky.social
• Oroboros Square by Awkward Oroboros
• Summit Drive & Cinderline by @lukekdev.bsky.social
• With Her and The Sky by @futotori.bsky.social
• Gunstoppable by @salaarkohari.bsky.social
🌸 #ELVLARC: DAY THREE 🌸
For DAY THREE of ENTRY LVL Arc-ademia, we’ll close out with a mini-showcase of #indiegames by junior #gamedevs! 🐲🌸
This is all about highlighting our community’s cool creations. If you’ve got a neat game in the works, come share it with us! (ꈍᴗꈍ)♡
🔗 discord.gg/rjCHffrb8N
🌸 #ELVLARC: DAY ONE 🌸
For DAY ONE of ENTRY LVL Arc-ademia, we're kicking things off with a fun-filled trivia night and gaming session! 🐲🌸
If you're a #gamedev looking to network, make friends, and enjoy game-themed trivia—you’re in for a great time! ٩(^ᗜ^ )و´-
🔗 discord.gg/rjCHffrb8N
Hey lil' wyrmlings! Here’s what we’ve got lined up for #ELVLARC weekend. 👇
- 3/20: Trivia + Game Night (8 PM ET)
- 3/21: Co-working + Breaking Into Games Q&A’s (3 PM ET)
- 3/22: ENTRY LVL Showcase (4 PM ET)
We’re excited to hang out, learn, and share some cool stuff with you—come join the fun! 🐲🌸
Digital artwork by Babette Norton for "Doodle Deities" at Golden Calf Studio. Shows a fantasy green multi-headed dragon, with some heads missing or chopped off.
Digital artwork by Babette Norton for an NDA project. Shows a white-haired, bearded character in a green tunic with a silver shoulder plate. They're holding an axe in one hand and a glowing object in the other. Red leaves fall around them.
Digital artwork by Babette Norton for the demo of 3 Coin Sin (3CS). Shows a sepia-toned character portrait on a wooden block. They're wearing a hat and high-collared coat. They have pointed ears, short hair, and are glancing to the right.
Digital artwork by Babette Norton for an NDA project. Shows a gyms fighting ring with two characters: a robot and a shirtless blonde man in fighting stance. Text reads: "DODGE" and "MISS." The robot is designed with reds, grays, and yellows.
⭐ FEATURE FRIDAY! ⭐
Meet @knightsicle.bsky.social—the brains behind ENTRY LVL! She’s a Concept & Character Artist, Producer, and an all-around powerhouse. From creating stylized characters to building supportive communities, she does it all… and looks cool doing it. 😎
🔗 knightsicle.artstation.com
In this Breaking Into Games talk, @memodemo.zip joins us to discuss all things #gameaudio! 🎶💜
Memo shares insights from his 10-year game music career, covering how to tackle imposter syndrome, networking & portfolio tips, getting started with simple tools, and advice for junior sound designers. ⬇️
Thinking about making your first game but not sure where to begin? 🤔
This beginner-friendly guide by Goodgis is a great resource for aspiring #gamedevs. It walks you through your first project step by step, from choosing a game engine to visual scripting, frameworks, and learning along the way. ⬇️
Reminder: We’re going live 02/27 @ 11 AM PST with the ever-so-talented @memodemo.zip as our special guest! 📣✨
If you're into music and want to learn from an awesome composer who really knows his stuff, come join us and hang out! ദ്ദി( •̀ ᴗ - ) ✧
💬 Discord
📺 Twitch
Hey #gamedevs! We've got another great resource for you, this time for localizers + translators—Terra Localizations's YouTube channel! 🐲💚
They post tons of educational content, all focused on game localization. You'll find talks, interviews, industry insights, and useful how-to guides. ⬇️
Graphic promoting a live event with ENTRY LVL titled “Breaking Into Games with MEMODEMO.” Design is in a sketchbook-style with sea green, teal, white, and black colors. Memo's mascot can be seen, which is a light blue cartoon blue character that's winking. Text reads: “Friday, February 27th at 11 AM PST,” with Memo listed as a Composer at Unexpected Accessories. There are orange hand-drawn accents (hearts, lines, and sparkles.) The background for Memo's headshot is a purple, space and music-themed design.
Join us 02/27 @ 11 AM PST for a live chat w/ @memodemo.zip! 🎶💜
Memo will share his 10-year journey making upbeat music for games & animation. We'll discuss how he got started, what a game composer does, his creative process + advice for pursuing a career in #gameaudio.
🔗 linktr.ee/entrylvldev
Hey #gamedevs! Here's another awesome resource to keep handy—Game Dev Nexus by Jack Melcher! 🐲💚
This comprehensive database is aimed at helping junior devs grow in their careers. You’ll find tons of tools + resources: game engines, software, learning guides, job boards, career support & more. ⬇️
Hey friends! We’re back with another great resource for you—AdamCYounis's YouTube channel! 🐲💚
It’s packed with tons of beginner-friendly guides to help you get started with #gamedev. You'll find tutorials on Unity fundamentals, coding basics, pixel art, how to choose the right game engine & more. ⬇️
Hey you! Looking for ways to connect with other #indiedevs? 🤔
Jean Leggett has put together this incredible resource: a regularly updated list of active #gamedev Discord communities. This sheet is perfect for networking, finding projects to join, or simply making friends in the industry. ⬇
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#frenchartist #devfr #gameartistfr #gameartist #3dartist #french #france #juniorgamedev
Screenshot from ENTRY LVL’s new website. It shows 2D art of FishHook, ENTRY LVL’s green water dragon mascot, with different levels. Art created by Babette Norton. There are three levels: - Level 0, EGG: A dragon egg cracking open. Text says: “I’m brand new to games!” - Level 1, WYRMLING: A cute green baby dragon sitting. Text says: “I’ve done some hobby games stuff, and am actively seeking industry work.” - Level 3, DRAKE: A fully grown green dragon. Text says: “I’m laid off or switching careers.”
Exciting news: our website, www.entrylvl.ca, is live! 🙌✨
Thanks to @knightsicle.bsky.social & Farrah Rodriguez, this new site serves as an all-in-one resource hub for early-career #gamedevs. It has a level-based system to help you find resources that match your needs, with more updates to come! ⬇️
Hey #gamedevs! If you're interested in pursuing game writing or narrative design, check out this resource list from @crapcyborg.bsky.social! 🐲💚
Here you’ll find things like portfolio/CV advice, modules, tools, events, books, game writing communities & more. ⬇️
🌟 250 #PAXEast Community Pass Giveaway! 🌟
ASGC is giving away 250 free PAX East badges to #gamedevs, prioritizing students, juniors, and those unemployed or laid-off. These are one-day Thurs. (03/26) badges. Deadline for entry is 02/26.
Best of luck, and much love to ASGC for everything they do! 🙌
Hey lil' hatchlings! Here's another handy resource for you—Loading Screen by Annabelle A.! 🐲💚
This new monthly newsletter features a roundup of free and paid events in the games industry, both virtual and in-person. It includes community meetups, game jams, talks, showcases, and festivals. ⬇️
Hey #gamedevs! We’re sharing another helpful resource, this time for all the playtesters & QA folks—the Underground Game QA Discord! 🐲💚
This active community is for aspiring and seasoned QA's in the industry. Here you’ll find job postings, mentorship, resources, people to network with & more. ⬇
Hey #gamedevs! Here’s another great resource for you—ASGC’s Job Seeker’s Workbook! 🐲💚
This free resource is a database for freelance & full-time game job seekers. Recruiters regularly use it to find talent, making it a great way to gain visibility and get your name in front of the right people. ⬇️
2D digital artwork by Moomin Lee. Shows a man turned to the side, biting a red rose he’s holding. He has long brown hair tied in a ponytail bun, red lips, and wears a black-and-white suit. He looks at the viewer with an intense gaze.
"2D digital artwork by Shahine Rachidi. Drawn in a surrealist style. Shows a black-and-white humanoid figure with cracks all over and snakes for hair. They’re holding a watch, with abstract shapes and a bright red background.
2D digital artwork by Fyoriosity. Shows a girl holding a bright pink candle. She has long pink hair, wings, wears a black-and-white dress, and has a bright white halo. Two pink candles float on each side of her.
2D digital artwork by Alexandra Taylor. Shows a cartoonish scene of two kids running scared from a dog in a ghost costume. One kid dropped a flashlight. In the background, a crescent moon lights up the deep blue sky and shows leafless trees.
Happy #PortfolioDay, folks! 🐲💚
We’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible talent in our community. These folks are seriously SO good at what they do (and a bunch of them are currently looking for work!) 👀
Check out their portfolios below and show them some love—they're amazing! ♡♡♡
Hey friends! We’re back with another great resource, this time a masterlist from @gamefromscratch.bsky.social! 🐲💚
This collection offers free resources to support #gamedevs throughout the development process. You’ll find 2D & 3D graphics apps, engines, animation programs, audio tools & more. ⬇️
Hey artsy friends! If you're looking to get into #gamedev, Be That Artist by @elisamoriconi.bsky.social is a great resource to keep handy.
This free monthly newsletter aims to help aspiring artists build their careers, with guides on getting started, portfolio tips, negotiating rates & more! ⬇️
