So… What is GDE?
Hi, I’m Alex. I’m a game designer with over 15 years experience, and I’ve seen both sides of the industry: indie, with my own game studio, releasing hit games like Rise of Industry, and AAA, spending years as a designer and consultant.
Game Dev Essentials is a community for developers who care about doing things right. No hype and no shortcuts, just thoughtful and practical game creation.
Whether you’re a solo dev, student, or industry veteran, GDE is a space to learn, build, and share alongside others who value honest feedback, clear systems, and sustainable workflows.
We’ll cover everything from early design thinking to final polish, with content in both video and written form for game design, programming, art, production, and more.
Expect a friendly, focused environment where craft matters and progress is celebrated… even when it’s messy!
