Solo Game Dev Isn’t Worth It — Is He Right?

Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

Is solo game development even worth it? In this video, I react to the video “You Don’t Actually Want to Make Games” and share my honest thoughts after 10+ years of working in creative tech. We talk about burnout, passion, financial pressure, and the harsh reality of indie game development — especially when you're doing it all alone. If you're wondering whether game dev should be your career or your hobby, this one's for you.

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