If You've Ever Dreamed of Making Games—Here's Why You Should Try

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “It would be fun to make my own game”, I want to say this directly: You should go for it.

You don’t have to wait for permission. You don’t have to already be an expert. If the idea is sitting in the back of your mind, that’s reason enough to take a step forward.

A Bit About Me

My main job is game programming. I also work on web and app development, but my real passion has always been games.

Even though I finished my degree in software engineering, that’s not what made me choose game development. It was much simpler than that: I liked playing games. But beyond just playing, I often caught myself thinking beyond what I saw on screen. “Why not make something myself?” That thought is what really started everything.

10+ Years In—and Still Learning

Now, after more than 10 years working in game development, I can say: I don’t regret it. It’s not always easy, but it’s never boring.

Game development constantly challenges me—not just with code, but with tools, art, sound, and new technologies. It keeps me learning, keeps me growing.

If you enjoy solving problems, there’s no shortage of them in games. Even in a simple project, you’ll find way more challenges than you expect. And that’s part of the fun.

Worried It’s Not Worth It?

Maybe you’ve seen posts or videos saying things like “Game dev is dead,” or “There’s no future in it.” It can feel like there’s always someone trying to talk you out of following your interests.

But here’s the thing: If you learn to program games, you’ll pick up skills that apply everywhere. Game programming teaches problem-solving, logic, creativity—it can easily carry over into web development, app programming, and more.

So even if you don’t end up making games forever, the time spent learning won’t be wasted. You’re building real, valuable skills.

You Don’t Need to Be a Math Genius

One more thing—don’t let things like advanced math scare you off. Today’s tools, engines, and even AI can help you handle the complicated parts. Most of game development is about logic and structure, not complex equations.

What matters more is curiosity and persistence.

Go for it

If part of you wants to try making games, trust that instinct. You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to know everything. The important thing is simply starting.

Making your first game is like learning to ride a bike. You might fall a few times, but once you get it, it opens up a whole new world.

So go ahead—download a game engine, watch some tutorials, and take that first step. You might surprise yourself with what you can create.