Gaming News: Why Are Indie Developers Quitting Their Jobs? A Deep Dive
In response to iolosef’s post, the conversation unfolds with a query about whether the prevalence of people leaving jobs for independent game development is exaggerated. TakingLondon suggests that this could be due to a loud group of enthusiasts. It seems that many developers work on their projects part-time while keeping their day jobs, which makes the transition to full-time development appear less frequent than it actually might be. This situation resembles watching TV shows like “American Idol,” where only a few exceptional talents receive widespread attention, while the majority of aspiring singers merely enjoy singing on karaoke nights. It’s possible that those determined enough are pursuing the next big indie success story (such as ConcernedApe, creator of Stardew Valley), but as numerous users have pointed out, becoming one of the few who strike it rich remains a distant dream for most.