World of Warcraft™

I'm 14 and I REALLY want too become an developer of WoW. I need too get too know math, science, computer skills and have a good grasp on WoW. I have been thinking about going too full sail. But there may be better collages for this. I was just wondering if there was any other tips that anyone had for me. Thanks! : )

WoW won't be around once you actually get a degree.

Yes it will,

02/22/2012 09:46 PMPosted by Rangosbody

Yes it will,

It won't be nearly as popular once OP gets a degree because Titan, Diablo 3, the fact that it'll be over 10 years old.

Even if WoW isn't still around by the time you've gone through your education, aiming to be a game designer in general for Blizzard is certainly a goal worth achieving. :) Just make sure you keep yourself grounded about it, but don't give up on it. I still have goals of working for them eventually, but they're on hold for the time being because it turns out I'm a broke a** college graduate. ;D

Look at counter strike its over 10 years old

your education and skill are useless compared to your ability to kiss !@#

02/22/2012 09:48 PMPosted by Rangosbody

Look at counter strike its over 10 years old

You can't compare an FPS with a subscription MMORPG. MMOs like WoW need to be constantly patched to keep peoples' interests.

02/22/2012 09:45 PMPosted by Eldred

WoW won't be around once you actually get a degree.

Achievement earned: Discourage a Young One

Actually, I've heard from most people in the industry, that most people don't have degrees in gaming. They usually have it in arts, science, or programming/computer sciences. The main problem is getting connections in the gaming business. You need to make friends who can recommend you over the hundreds of thousands of other aspiring developers. Be sure to get a degree somewhere that will get you a job in the mean time, and then you can work on getting a game designing degree. Maybe work on developing your own game so you can get experience and show Blizzard that you have some knowledge on it. Maybe get an internship also.

Yes it will,

It won't be nearly as popular once OP gets a degree because Titan, Diablo 3, the fact that it'll be over 10 years old.

If the OP is 14, they won't have a degree for 8 years. WoW is already 7 years old. So what would it be like in 8 more years?

If you get a computer science degree you can get work in lean times in the gaming industry, or any other industry. If you get a game design degree, you are limited to one industry. Not smart for when there is an economic downturn.

Sorry OP but you're biggest hurtle will be even getting your foot in the door.

Unless you know somebody or are already made a name for yourself, getting the job you want is tough.

It won't be nearly as popular once OP gets a degree because Titan, Diablo 3, the fact that it'll be over 10 years old.

If the OP is 14, they won't have a degree for 8 years. WoW is already 7 years old. So what would it be like in 8 more years?

I know that it'll be at least 15 years old by then, but I just said 'over 10 years old' to make it easier.

U know we are supposed to be giving him advice, not arguing when wow will end lol,and this goes for me to

Sorry OP but you're biggest hurtle will be even getting your foot in the door.

Unless you know somebody or are already made a name for yourself, getting the job you want is tough.

Yeah, times are really tough right now. Gas prices, tuition, textbooks, all of them cost MUCH more than what they were about a decade ago.

In today's economy, you can't afford to just pick a job that sounds nice. All these big game companies want people with at least a few years of experience. My mother once recommended that I become a lawyer, but I just shook my head because the lawyer market is oversaturated, and it would be impossible to find a job.

Sorry OP but you're biggest hurtle will be even getting your foot in the door.

Unless you know somebody or are already made a name for yourself, getting the job you want is tough.

Yeah, times are really tough right now. Gas prices, tuition, textbooks, all of them cost MUCH more than what they were about a decade ago.

In today's economy, you can't afford to just pick a job that sounds nice. All these big game companies want people with at least a few years of experience. My mother once recommended that I become a lawyer, but I just shook my head because the lawyer market is oversaturated, and it would be impossible to find a job.

breast implants and a complete lack of ethics. other than that, you're on your own kid.

02/22/2012 10:01 PMPosted by Vivainne

breast implants and a complete lack of ethics. other than that, you're on your own kid.

Women always get what they want...

You don't need to attend a university or have a degree to work in games. I got into the industry purely by making created content for FPS games back in the day. Now days its still similar, there are avenues for everyone its just about being realistic, if you want to get a programming job you'll need experience same with art and design, you can start at the bottom like I did and learn as you go though.

If you like something start playing at home on your PC find games that allow user created content and start making your own, it'll give you an idea of what it actually takes to make something half decent, not as easy as you might think but with a little effort you'll suprise yourself.

A good way to get into the industry is also through testing, lots of companies are seeking internal QA it's just a matter of finding one local maybe even try and get a foot in by asking for work experience (work for free)

I'm not in the industry anymore and its not a lifestyle I enjoyed after 10 years, deadlines, long hours and publishers who want to *%@% and pillage everything you design just because another popular game did it... Some enjoy it though and it can also be a lot of fun most of the time.