The traditional 9-to-5, in-office routine feels increasingly outdated, particularly as automation continues to replace conveyor-belt tasks in game development. While studios still ship successful games following conventional models, teams embracing remote and asynchronous workflows hold a distinct advantage. Async work empowers individuals with greater flexibility and autonomy, aligning tasks with their natural rhythms, ultimately driving higher efficiency and creativity. Since co-founding a studio during the early months of COVID, I've become convinced of the immense potential and benefits of async leadership in remote teams—it's a win for everyone involved.

Over the years, I’ve helped aspiring game developers tackle challenges, refine their skills, and build a foundation for their careers. Through coaching and YouTube tutorials, I’ve seen firsthand how valuable personalized guidance can be, especially when navigating the specific and nuanced obstacles that come with game development. That’s why I’m launching 1-on-1 coaching sessions: to bridge the gap between broad tutorials and the tailored support that developers truly need.

Turn your side project into something extraordinary! Whether it’s a game idea, plugin, or art piece, discover how clear goals, structured planning, and consistent effort can help your passion project evolve into success. Learn from professional workflows and take actionable steps to unlock your project's full potential. Your next big achievement might just be waiting for the right approach.

Thoughts about how finding the fun in game development sometimes feels like luck rather than a skill

I had a meeting a while back with a VC talking about "product market fit" for my game. Its something that I hadn't considered very formally in the past as a game developer. I just thought that the better the game is, the more units it will sell... easy!