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Halloween patch notes: posting late, still in character.
Some deadlines slip, but style doesn’t.
Even off-season, visibility matters, show up anyway.
#GamingIndustry #GameDevLife #Fun
Some deadlines slip, but style doesn’t.
Even off-season, visibility matters, show up anyway.
#GamingIndustry #GameDevLife #Fun
November 1, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Halloween patch notes: posting late, still in character.
Some deadlines slip, but style doesn’t.
Even off-season, visibility matters, show up anyway.
#GamingIndustry #GameDevLife #Fun
Some deadlines slip, but style doesn’t.
Even off-season, visibility matters, show up anyway.
#GamingIndustry #GameDevLife #Fun
October 12, 2025 at 11:32 PM
From QA in Paris to Senior Level Designer in Montréal in only 5 years. Quentin Chailleux now builds worlds at Ubisoft on Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake.
In Talent Play Zone, he shares what fueled his growth.
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#Gamedev #Gaming #Motivation
In Talent Play Zone, he shares what fueled his growth.
Free newsletter, every 2 weeks: eepurl.com/i0lO
#Gamedev #Gaming #Motivation
September 1, 2025 at 1:21 PM
From QA in Paris to Senior Level Designer in Montréal in only 5 years. Quentin Chailleux now builds worlds at Ubisoft on Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake.
In Talent Play Zone, he shares what fueled his growth.
Free newsletter, every 2 weeks: eepurl.com/i0lO
#Gamedev #Gaming #Motivation
In Talent Play Zone, he shares what fueled his growth.
Free newsletter, every 2 weeks: eepurl.com/i0lO
#Gamedev #Gaming #Motivation
💡 The new issue of Talent Play Zone is live!
This one’s all about standing out in a crowded job market —> 5 things top candidates do, what recruiters notice, and how to get seen without burning out.
📩 Read it here: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GameDev #Games #Gaming #GamingCareers #TPZ #videogames
This one’s all about standing out in a crowded job market —> 5 things top candidates do, what recruiters notice, and how to get seen without burning out.
📩 Read it here: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GameDev #Games #Gaming #GamingCareers #TPZ #videogames
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August 19, 2025 at 2:55 AM
💡 The new issue of Talent Play Zone is live!
This one’s all about standing out in a crowded job market —> 5 things top candidates do, what recruiters notice, and how to get seen without burning out.
📩 Read it here: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GameDev #Games #Gaming #GamingCareers #TPZ #videogames
This one’s all about standing out in a crowded job market —> 5 things top candidates do, what recruiters notice, and how to get seen without burning out.
📩 Read it here: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GameDev #Games #Gaming #GamingCareers #TPZ #videogames
Studios don’t hire strangers. They hire people they’ve already seen 👀
The new Talent Play Zone issue is out now. It’s all about showing up the right way, at the right time AND staying visible without burning out.
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Stay ready. Stay seen. Follow for more, TPZ
The new Talent Play Zone issue is out now. It’s all about showing up the right way, at the right time AND staying visible without burning out.
📩 Read now: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
Stay ready. Stay seen. Follow for more, TPZ
August 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Studios don’t hire strangers. They hire people they’ve already seen 👀
The new Talent Play Zone issue is out now. It’s all about showing up the right way, at the right time AND staying visible without burning out.
📩 Read now: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
Stay ready. Stay seen. Follow for more, TPZ
The new Talent Play Zone issue is out now. It’s all about showing up the right way, at the right time AND staying visible without burning out.
📩 Read now: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
Stay ready. Stay seen. Follow for more, TPZ
Not a dev or artist but want in on the gaming industry?
Part 1
Studios need more than coders…think community, writing, QA, marketing, production.
You can break in without tech skills.
Which role fits you best? Let’s chat 💬
#GameDev #GamingCareers
Part 1
Studios need more than coders…think community, writing, QA, marketing, production.
You can break in without tech skills.
Which role fits you best? Let’s chat 💬
#GameDev #GamingCareers
July 24, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Not a dev or artist but want in on the gaming industry?
Part 1
Studios need more than coders…think community, writing, QA, marketing, production.
You can break in without tech skills.
Which role fits you best? Let’s chat 💬
#GameDev #GamingCareers
Part 1
Studios need more than coders…think community, writing, QA, marketing, production.
You can break in without tech skills.
Which role fits you best? Let’s chat 💬
#GameDev #GamingCareers
Just dropped Issue 21 of Talent Play Zone: a reset guide for game devs hit by layoffs 🎮
How to rebuild visibility, reconnect, and regain momentum without burnout.
Read + share it here:
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You’re not invisible. You’re restarting.
#Gamedev #Gaming #Jobs #Videogames
How to rebuild visibility, reconnect, and regain momentum without burnout.
Read + share it here:
eepurl.com/i6M5eA
You’re not invisible. You’re restarting.
#Gamedev #Gaming #Jobs #Videogames
July 21, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Just dropped Issue 21 of Talent Play Zone: a reset guide for game devs hit by layoffs 🎮
How to rebuild visibility, reconnect, and regain momentum without burnout.
Read + share it here:
eepurl.com/i6M5eA
You’re not invisible. You’re restarting.
#Gamedev #Gaming #Jobs #Videogames
How to rebuild visibility, reconnect, and regain momentum without burnout.
Read + share it here:
eepurl.com/i6M5eA
You’re not invisible. You’re restarting.
#Gamedev #Gaming #Jobs #Videogames
Interviews don’t end when the call drops.
This week’s Talent Play Zone covers what really happens after, and how to stay visible and confident — with a free action kit too.
📬 Just dropped: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
We rise by lifting others; pass it on.
#Motivation #Gamdev #gaming
This week’s Talent Play Zone covers what really happens after, and how to stay visible and confident — with a free action kit too.
📬 Just dropped: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
We rise by lifting others; pass it on.
#Motivation #Gamdev #gaming
July 7, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Interviews don’t end when the call drops.
This week’s Talent Play Zone covers what really happens after, and how to stay visible and confident — with a free action kit too.
📬 Just dropped: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
We rise by lifting others; pass it on.
#Motivation #Gamdev #gaming
This week’s Talent Play Zone covers what really happens after, and how to stay visible and confident — with a free action kit too.
📬 Just dropped: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
We rise by lifting others; pass it on.
#Motivation #Gamdev #gaming
What if interviews weren’t a performance… but a real conversation to show who you are?
This Talent Play Zone issue helps you prep without pretending.
Real tips, real stories, real value. 📩 Grab it here → eepurl.com/i0lOJs #Gamedev #Careers #Interviews #Jobs
This Talent Play Zone issue helps you prep without pretending.
Real tips, real stories, real value. 📩 Grab it here → eepurl.com/i0lOJs #Gamedev #Careers #Interviews #Jobs
June 23, 2025 at 1:20 PM
What if interviews weren’t a performance… but a real conversation to show who you are?
This Talent Play Zone issue helps you prep without pretending.
Real tips, real stories, real value. 📩 Grab it here → eepurl.com/i0lOJs #Gamedev #Careers #Interviews #Jobs
This Talent Play Zone issue helps you prep without pretending.
Real tips, real stories, real value. 📩 Grab it here → eepurl.com/i0lOJs #Gamedev #Careers #Interviews #Jobs
Want to work in games? Start with these 5 FREE, pro-level courses:
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June 21, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Want to work in games? Start with these 5 FREE, pro-level courses:
🛠 Unreal: dev.epicgames.com/community/le...
🍩 Blender: youtu.be/TPrnSACiTJ4
🎨 Substance: substance3d.adobe.com/tutorials
💻 C++: codecademy.com/learn/learn-...
📊 Jira: udemy.com/course/agile...
👇 Save & share
#GameDev #Careers #Gaming
🛠 Unreal: dev.epicgames.com/community/le...
🍩 Blender: youtu.be/TPrnSACiTJ4
🎨 Substance: substance3d.adobe.com/tutorials
💻 C++: codecademy.com/learn/learn-...
📊 Jira: udemy.com/course/agile...
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Ever felt like you’re too late to join the game industry? You’re not.
Starting late often means starting smarter with more resilience, clarity, & drive. Your story matters. 👊
You’re not behind. You’re just starting now, and that’s powerful.
#GameDev #CareerGrowth #TalentPlayZone #Motivation
Starting late often means starting smarter with more resilience, clarity, & drive. Your story matters. 👊
You’re not behind. You’re just starting now, and that’s powerful.
#GameDev #CareerGrowth #TalentPlayZone #Motivation
June 14, 2025 at 4:16 AM
Ever felt like you’re too late to join the game industry? You’re not.
Starting late often means starting smarter with more resilience, clarity, & drive. Your story matters. 👊
You’re not behind. You’re just starting now, and that’s powerful.
#GameDev #CareerGrowth #TalentPlayZone #Motivation
Starting late often means starting smarter with more resilience, clarity, & drive. Your story matters. 👊
You’re not behind. You’re just starting now, and that’s powerful.
#GameDev #CareerGrowth #TalentPlayZone #Motivation
You’ve got talent, but does your resume show it? The latest Talent Play Zone is here to help you tailor your story for studios, avoid hidden traps, and get real replies.
Let’s make your next move count! 🚀 Subscribe: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GamingIndustry #Careers #Jobs #Motivation
Let’s make your next move count! 🚀 Subscribe: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GamingIndustry #Careers #Jobs #Motivation
June 9, 2025 at 12:48 PM
You’ve got talent, but does your resume show it? The latest Talent Play Zone is here to help you tailor your story for studios, avoid hidden traps, and get real replies.
Let’s make your next move count! 🚀 Subscribe: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GamingIndustry #Careers #Jobs #Motivation
Let’s make your next move count! 🚀 Subscribe: eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#GamingIndustry #Careers #Jobs #Motivation
June 1, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Studios don’t always wait for job posts to find talent.
This week’s TalentPlayZone shows how to get noticed early, build real visibility & stay true to yourself.
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#GameDev #CareerTips #Careers #Jobs #Gaming
This week’s TalentPlayZone shows how to get noticed early, build real visibility & stay true to yourself.
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#GameDev #CareerTips #Careers #Jobs #Gaming
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May 26, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Studios don’t always wait for job posts to find talent.
This week’s TalentPlayZone shows how to get noticed early, build real visibility & stay true to yourself.
Subscribe free by email: eepurl.com/i0lOJs 🎮🔥
#GameDev #CareerTips #Careers #Jobs #Gaming
This week’s TalentPlayZone shows how to get noticed early, build real visibility & stay true to yourself.
Subscribe free by email: eepurl.com/i0lOJs 🎮🔥
#GameDev #CareerTips #Careers #Jobs #Gaming
May 17, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Dune: Awakening’s beta is live until June 17 - play now at duneawakening.com. While you fight to survive Arrakis, we explore impostor syndrome in the game industry.
Issue 16 of Talent Play Zone is out:
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#Videogsmes #GameDev #IndieDev #GamingCareers #Career
Issue 16 of Talent Play Zone is out:
eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#Videogsmes #GameDev #IndieDev #GamingCareers #Career
Dune: Awakening
Rise from survival to greatness and challenge the power of an Imperium in Dune: Awakening, a multiplayer survival game on a massive scale. Survive the sandworm, craft your ornithopter, build a fortres...
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May 12, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Dune: Awakening’s beta is live until June 17 - play now at duneawakening.com. While you fight to survive Arrakis, we explore impostor syndrome in the game industry.
Issue 16 of Talent Play Zone is out:
eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#Videogsmes #GameDev #IndieDev #GamingCareers #Career
Issue 16 of Talent Play Zone is out:
eepurl.com/i0lOJs
#Videogsmes #GameDev #IndieDev #GamingCareers #Career
If you know, you know.
The sacred items that carry us through 3AM lobbies and rage-quits.
What’s your #1 gamer essential? 🎮😄
#Videogames #Gaming #GameDev
The sacred items that carry us through 3AM lobbies and rage-quits.
What’s your #1 gamer essential? 🎮😄
#Videogames #Gaming #GameDev
April 23, 2025 at 2:22 PM
If you know, you know.
The sacred items that carry us through 3AM lobbies and rage-quits.
What’s your #1 gamer essential? 🎮😄
#Videogames #Gaming #GameDev
The sacred items that carry us through 3AM lobbies and rage-quits.
What’s your #1 gamer essential? 🎮😄
#Videogames #Gaming #GameDev
Is AI ruining or revolutionizing game development?
The gaming world is divided.
Some fear AI will erase creativity.
Others believe it’s opening new worlds.
What do you think?
Follow @talentplayzone for more gaming industry insights!
#Gaming #TalentPlayZone #GamingIndustry #GameDev ##AI #videogame
The gaming world is divided.
Some fear AI will erase creativity.
Others believe it’s opening new worlds.
What do you think?
Follow @talentplayzone for more gaming industry insights!
#Gaming #TalentPlayZone #GamingIndustry #GameDev ##AI #videogame
April 15, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Is AI ruining or revolutionizing game development?
The gaming world is divided.
Some fear AI will erase creativity.
Others believe it’s opening new worlds.
What do you think?
Follow @talentplayzone for more gaming industry insights!
#Gaming #TalentPlayZone #GamingIndustry #GameDev ##AI #videogame
The gaming world is divided.
Some fear AI will erase creativity.
Others believe it’s opening new worlds.
What do you think?
Follow @talentplayzone for more gaming industry insights!
#Gaming #TalentPlayZone #GamingIndustry #GameDev ##AI #videogame
AAA vs Indie – Part 2 🎮
What’s it really like to grow your career in games?
Let’s talk job security, team vibes, and work-life balance. AAA and indie both have a lot to offer—it’s all about what fits you.
Follow for more tips to help you break into the industry!
#GameDev #IndieDev #AAAStudios #Jobs
What’s it really like to grow your career in games?
Let’s talk job security, team vibes, and work-life balance. AAA and indie both have a lot to offer—it’s all about what fits you.
Follow for more tips to help you break into the industry!
#GameDev #IndieDev #AAAStudios #Jobs
April 1, 2025 at 1:47 AM
AAA vs Indie – Part 2 🎮
What’s it really like to grow your career in games?
Let’s talk job security, team vibes, and work-life balance. AAA and indie both have a lot to offer—it’s all about what fits you.
Follow for more tips to help you break into the industry!
#GameDev #IndieDev #AAAStudios #Jobs
What’s it really like to grow your career in games?
Let’s talk job security, team vibes, and work-life balance. AAA and indie both have a lot to offer—it’s all about what fits you.
Follow for more tips to help you break into the industry!
#GameDev #IndieDev #AAAStudios #Jobs
AAA vs Indie – Part 1
Dreaming of working in games but not sure where you belong? Big AAA teams or bold indie crews? Let’s break it down.
From project size to creative freedom - swipe through and start figuring out your path!
Part 2’s coming next!
#GameDev #GamingCareers #GamingIndustry #VideoGames
Dreaming of working in games but not sure where you belong? Big AAA teams or bold indie crews? Let’s break it down.
From project size to creative freedom - swipe through and start figuring out your path!
Part 2’s coming next!
#GameDev #GamingCareers #GamingIndustry #VideoGames
March 30, 2025 at 2:08 PM
AAA vs Indie – Part 1
Dreaming of working in games but not sure where you belong? Big AAA teams or bold indie crews? Let’s break it down.
From project size to creative freedom - swipe through and start figuring out your path!
Part 2’s coming next!
#GameDev #GamingCareers #GamingIndustry #VideoGames
Dreaming of working in games but not sure where you belong? Big AAA teams or bold indie crews? Let’s break it down.
From project size to creative freedom - swipe through and start figuring out your path!
Part 2’s coming next!
#GameDev #GamingCareers #GamingIndustry #VideoGames
Want to break into the gaming industry? Talent Play Zone is your free newsletter + community packed with hiring tips, resume hacks, success stories & job search advice. No catch- just real help to land your dream role! Ready? Follow & join us! eepurl.com/i0lOJs #GameDev #VideoGames #Gaming #Career
March 18, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Want to break into the gaming industry? Talent Play Zone is your free newsletter + community packed with hiring tips, resume hacks, success stories & job search advice. No catch- just real help to land your dream role! Ready? Follow & join us! eepurl.com/i0lOJs #GameDev #VideoGames #Gaming #Career
Not getting interviews? It’s not bad luck—your resume might be the problem. In Talent Play Zone #11, I share 5 must-haves to make your resume stand out in gaming. Don’t let yours get skipped! 📩 Get insights: eepurl.com/i0lOJs #GamingIndustry #Careers #GameDev #Jobs
March 7, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Not getting interviews? It’s not bad luck—your resume might be the problem. In Talent Play Zone #11, I share 5 must-haves to make your resume stand out in gaming. Don’t let yours get skipped! 📩 Get insights: eepurl.com/i0lOJs #GamingIndustry #Careers #GameDev #Jobs
Dreaming of a career in gaming? Here’s what you need to know!
👉 Swipe through to learn 5 key things about working in gaming!
🔁 Save this for later & share with a friend who wants to work in gaming!
#GameDev #GamingIndustry #Videogames #Career #Jobs
👉 Swipe through to learn 5 key things about working in gaming!
🔁 Save this for later & share with a friend who wants to work in gaming!
#GameDev #GamingIndustry #Videogames #Career #Jobs
March 4, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Dreaming of a career in gaming? Here’s what you need to know!
👉 Swipe through to learn 5 key things about working in gaming!
🔁 Save this for later & share with a friend who wants to work in gaming!
#GameDev #GamingIndustry #Videogames #Career #Jobs
👉 Swipe through to learn 5 key things about working in gaming!
🔁 Save this for later & share with a friend who wants to work in gaming!
#GameDev #GamingIndustry #Videogames #Career #Jobs
📌 Want recruiters to NOTICE your resume? Read this! Part 1
Your resume is your first impression - make it count! These 5 must-haves will help you stand out and land more interviews.
Which tip was most helpful? Let us know in the comments!
🔄 Save this for later & share it with someone job hunting!
Your resume is your first impression - make it count! These 5 must-haves will help you stand out and land more interviews.
Which tip was most helpful? Let us know in the comments!
🔄 Save this for later & share it with someone job hunting!
February 25, 2025 at 11:00 PM
📌 Want recruiters to NOTICE your resume? Read this! Part 1
Your resume is your first impression - make it count! These 5 must-haves will help you stand out and land more interviews.
Which tip was most helpful? Let us know in the comments!
🔄 Save this for later & share it with someone job hunting!
Your resume is your first impression - make it count! These 5 must-haves will help you stand out and land more interviews.
Which tip was most helpful? Let us know in the comments!
🔄 Save this for later & share it with someone job hunting!
The challenge is to choose 20 games that greatly influenced you. One game per day, for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews, no particular order.
Let’s finish this challenge with a masterpiece ✨
Day 20: Shadow of the Colossus
#Games #Videogames #Gamedev #Challenge
Let’s finish this challenge with a masterpiece ✨
Day 20: Shadow of the Colossus
#Games #Videogames #Gamedev #Challenge
February 16, 2025 at 8:06 PM
The challenge is to choose 20 games that greatly influenced you. One game per day, for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews, no particular order.
Let’s finish this challenge with a masterpiece ✨
Day 20: Shadow of the Colossus
#Games #Videogames #Gamedev #Challenge
Let’s finish this challenge with a masterpiece ✨
Day 20: Shadow of the Colossus
#Games #Videogames #Gamedev #Challenge