Free Course | Week 1 - Introduction To The Gaming Industry | CGMA Studio Series with Ben Keeling

Dive into the vibrant world of video games and discover the intersection of art and technology with insights from Ben, a Principal Environment Artist at Respawn with a decade of experience. This engaging series shines a spotlight on the gaming industry's remarkable journey from its early days to its current status as a multi-billion-dollar powerhouse, surpassing even the film and sports industries in scale and impact.
Witness firsthand the evolution from simple, pixelated beginnings to today's immersive, narrative-driven experiences, powered by advances in virtual and augmented reality. Understand the pivotal role of creative professionals in driving this innovation and the expanding opportunities beyond traditional game development.
Join us for a concise exploration into the gaming industry's past, present, and future. Learn about the significant growth, the role of major studios and indie developers, and the wide-reaching influence of gaming technology across various sectors. Whether you're an aspiring game artist or a passionate gamer curious about the behind-the-scenes, this series offers valuable insights into making a mark in this dynamic field.
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Message From Ben: Hey Everyone, I hope you've enjoyed the first week so far. It's a bit shorter than the coming weeks, but I wanted to cover an overview of the industry before jumping into the core content. This week's assignment is designed to be straightforward as you're just starting out. *I'd like you to share a list of 5 of your favorite games and discuss what makes them stand out to you. Focus on their design and art style in your explanation.* Additionally, it would be beneficial to hear about your expectations for this course. Please post this on our Discord channel. We'll go over this during our live Q&A session next week. I'm eager to see which games you choose and your insights on them. If you would like to access our discord, please register here: cgma.video

[@metternich05]

This is cool but maybe we should talk about the mass layoffs too. The industry is getting increasingly more volatile and offers no predictable career path right now.

[@Sohamdeorukhkar]

Looking forward for next week / classes ty so much for this series ❤

[@0rdyin]

I feel excited..

[@ArtistJMAtelier]

LOVE THIS, thanks a lot CGMA

[@ahmedzedan24]

Thx so much ❤

[@sanadalatiwish7792]

This is great. Grateful for your work.

[@pzthree]

The guys practicing the death 💀