OHHH! How lucky you guys are! Seeing it before anyone else.
Here's a question for any TTG crew member, what is the best way for a 13 year old to become a member of a game production crew? I really want to get involved in making games when I grow up, have you got any tips?
Thanks!
You should check out this thread. It is buried way down in the general forums, but has some pretty good advice.
Cheers, I really appreaciate it!
But, what if I want to not do so much of the computer stuff. (programming, etc.) But, more of the ideas and stuff like that, storylines, characters, locations...
But, what if I want to not do so much of the computer stuff. (programming, etc.) But, more of the ideas and stuff like that, storylines, characters, locations...
Do you mean the writing? Because in that case, the best thing you can do is start writing stories and get published. Build up some publication credits to show that you're not only familiar with writing on a professional level, but have enough skill and/or style that people have paid you for your work.
That said, I'd also strongly encourage you to learn some of the computer stuff. Ideas are well and good, but if you also know how to make them work within the structure of the game you'll be all the more valuable. The more skills and knowledge you bring to the table, the more appealing you'll be to a prospective employer.
You may mean designing video games, which still requires a lot of practice and involvement and structure and such. I think the best way to get into making games is to just start making them. No foolin'.
But seriously, don't listen to me. I have absolutely no knowledge of the video game industry. Or at least nothing anyone in the industry would know. I'm just some guy.
Cool, I'm not becoming a proper writer though! NO WAY! I am good at computers though, I'm good with Flash, well OK, I can code this and that.
What do you mean by 'proper writer?'
Writer is a very general concept and isn't limited to just books. You can write music (although that's probably considered a completely different skill set) or TV shows or movies or video games or...
That said, it's probably easier to get a start with straight-up written word. It doesn't all have to be just telling stories, you know.
You may mean designing video games, which still requires a lot of practice and involvement and structure and such. I think the best way to get into making games is to just start making them. No foolin'.
You speak the truth. For example, our very own Mark Darin (lead designer on HSR) made a name for himself with his Nick Bounty games. A lot of design seems like it would be fairly straightforward and easy to do until you get right down into it. Learning the ropes, getting your hands dirty, and having an actual portfolio to show to prospective companies is a huuuge step in the right direction.
I would go to the future in my time machine to see the release date, but it broke when my brother tried to bring dinosaurs to 2029. So... Sorry, I can't tell anybody.
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You should check out this thread. It is buried way down in the general forums, but has some pretty good advice.
But, what if I want to not do so much of the computer stuff. (programming, etc.) But, more of the ideas and stuff like that, storylines, characters, locations...
Do you mean the writing? Because in that case, the best thing you can do is start writing stories and get published. Build up some publication credits to show that you're not only familiar with writing on a professional level, but have enough skill and/or style that people have paid you for your work.
That said, I'd also strongly encourage you to learn some of the computer stuff. Ideas are well and good, but if you also know how to make them work within the structure of the game you'll be all the more valuable. The more skills and knowledge you bring to the table, the more appealing you'll be to a prospective employer.
But seriously, don't listen to me. I have absolutely no knowledge of the video game industry. Or at least nothing anyone in the industry would know. I'm just some guy.
Writer is a very general concept and isn't limited to just books. You can write music (although that's probably considered a completely different skill set) or TV shows or movies or video games or...
That said, it's probably easier to get a start with straight-up written word. It doesn't all have to be just telling stories, you know.
Bag. I am a writer!
You mean in the first trailer? If so, than it's on purpose. It's like they are reciting their lines for a commercial.
It is called a "Joke".
Oh really? I didn't notice.:p
If you mean lip sync, that's fine in the actual game, trust me, everything's gooooood.
You speak the truth. For example, our very own Mark Darin (lead designer on HSR) made a name for himself with his Nick Bounty games. A lot of design seems like it would be fairly straightforward and easy to do until you get right down into it. Learning the ropes, getting your hands dirty, and having an actual portfolio to show to prospective companies is a huuuge step in the right direction.
Little known fact, i'm also the TT pastry chef and gym coach.
Oh believe me, you've never seen video game production until you have seen Mr. Herrera doing high kicks.
Now that you mention it, people are often breaking into song around the office. The war song in Sam & Max? That was based on first-hand experience.
Pâtissier!
To the telltale guys, I know we've been whinnin a little for this game, but only because we know, coming from you guys, it will be awesome.
I know yall must have sworn the release date to secretcy in some ritual of some sort, but.....
can we just get a little hint?
hahahahahahaahahahahahaahaah.......
Thanks guys.
I'm not being sarcastic, i was actually amused.
How bout pig latin?:):):):)
yes
you liar
I've seen people on the street kick themselves in the head for 5$...
Now IGN says it's coming out on the 21st. TOMMOROW. I kinda disbelieve but.... Is it true?
=D =D
still, I don't exactly "trust" IGN. =/
bake me a cake!
(give me 20 push ups!)
Unless we can go BACK TO THE FUTURE! No, it's the 23rd now.
A good way to earn double your income, they need the coaching after eating the pastries.