So it appears I will finally make that big step – the investment into a new computer. I have had the same one for years, and if I am going to try to seriously get into the game industry I need to start practicing what I speak. Knowing game design is fine, but it means nothing unless I can get a working level out there.
This realization came to me last night while applying for jobs. I saw Infinity Ward was looking for level designers. This would be a dream job to me as Call of Duty is right up there with Zelda and Half Life in my heart. However what they need is modded levels. And of course I start thinking, well I have great ideas (don’t be worried, I do indeed have some) that should be enoug… And that was that, I realized I need to stop just thinking of ideas and start putting my money where my mouth is. New computer, new copy of CoD4 for the PC, and mod software here I come.The turn over from “oh shit I need a real computer to make a living” to buying one should be quick. I will probably purchase the parts tomorrow.
It might also be the fact that such a simple program as Torque couldn’t run on my PC once I tried to refine the textures.
But yes, our final project for my game production class is due in the next few weeks, and instead of just getting it done I am trying to make a pretty legitimate prototype. I love my game concept and will definitely post the design doc once its finished. A friend of mine who is a maestro with programming finds worth in my idea and wants to program it this summer, but is too busy with his own school work to do much now. So its time to learn Gamemaker or Torque efficiently to make a good game.
We’ll see how it goes.
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