We surveyed 699 video game designers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical video game designer. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a video game designer?

Low

High

Working as a video game designer typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become a video game designer?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a video game designer typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.

Is it easy to get a job as a video game designer?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically quite difficult to find a job as a video game designer. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for video game designers.

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Do video game designers work full-time or part-time?

61% of video game designers work in full-time roles while 39% work part-time.