So does anyone play WOW here?

I really, really want to get Skyrim, but I’m also waiting for it to go down in price. I dont like spending more than 25 dollars on a game. Also been thinking about getting Rage.. has anyone played it?

I’ve always wished a developer would create an open, detailed world like the Elder Scroll series, but with a generator that has Fable style combat system. The only downside to all of the Elder Scrolls games including Skyrim (other than indestructible environments) is that melee combat feels so empty. You don’t feel anything when you slash through a dragon… In Fable you need to time your hits, you can counterattack, and move more fluidly in combat. This is true for the Assassin’s Creed games as well. Their combat systems make them so great. I guess you really can’t have your cake and eat it, too.

repharim, why? I’d think that’s the perfect job for a gamer. I would totally do that if they had many jobs in that industry. Why was it so bad?

Curiosity, I get what you’re saying about the combat issues in the Elder Scrolls games. Those games seem to put a lot more focus in their environments, which are outrageously detailed, and exquisite. I guess every game has its strong points and weaker points. Personally, I love the melee combat in Zeno Clash. It feels so real. And the environment is pretty cool, too. Wish they’d make a second one.

repharim, wow, I think game development is really cool! I’m wondering what QB was wondering..

OOM, cool, what type of concept art do you enjoy doing? I’ve been in school for the past few years for industrial design, and have lots of experience in conceptual art for objects and environments, both in 2 and 3 dimensions. I’m now focusing more on graphic design and typography. The first thing I’d recommend doing if you want to do digital concept art of any type is to get a Wacom tablet. Trust me, it’s worth the money ^_^.

Middlepath, what platform would you be playing Skyrim on? You can get copies on Ebay for relatively cheap, for all plats (PC, ps3, 360 etc)

I’ve gotten a number of games off Ebay at around 50-70% off original price. Check Amazon also, they discount games often.

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enlightenedjew, I’d be using a PC. You’re right, I’m sure I can find it cheaper on eBay or Amazon. Sometimes Steam has great deals if you purchase from them, but I prefer getting the actual CD to a digital download. The combat issues definitely won’t deter me from getting Skyrim, I love the environment and feel of the game.

OOM, that’s really cool. What programs do you use so far for your designing? I’d recommend getting Autodesk Sketchbook Pro, and of course Photoshop. I use both very heavily for 2D designing. The Bamboo tablets are great, too! I have the Intuos 4. I really want a Cintiq, but I’d have to sell all my belongings to be able to afford it. If I may ask, why do you like the Bamboo more than the Intuos?

I’m with OOM. Mods, I think it’s extremely rude to delete a post in which a few people are waiting for an answer. Some of us want to make career choices out of this. Sure I can Google, but here I have a frum person who can tell me his experience in working in this industry, and that can benefit me soo much.

Repharim, can you please try again? Thanks! =)

Thanks mods! ^_^

repharim: I checked out ea_spouse…yikes, that is pretty bad… :S

Like I said, though, I am not particularly devoted to the idea of working in game development – I would be just as happy doing concept art for graphic novels, etc. Freelance sounds pretty good to me too. Can you even work like that in the gaming industry, or is it all or nothing?

Okay, guys…who’s excited for Wreck-It Ralph? ^_^

OOM, yep, Photoshop and Sketchbook are my absolute favorites! I have Corel Painter as well, and use it occasionally. But Painter differs from Sketchbook in that Painter is much, much more adapted to creating digital art that mimics traditional paints and painting techniques. Whereas Sketchbook is more of a general drawing and painting program. I use Painter when I need to put certain effects, such as flames, smoke, water textures, etc. into my artwork. Painter is TOP NOTCH when it comes to effects and paint brush variety. Seriously, nothing else even comes close! But if you don’t need all that, it’s not worth it.

I get what you’re saying about the Bamboo vs. the Intuos. I guess whatever you feel most comfortable using is the best option for you. Have you taken some art/ digital manipulation classes? I’m curious about what you’ve learned, since it’s always interesting to hear another person’s thoughts on a particular subject ^_^. By the way, have you thought about learning animation besides art? Because that could expand your career options, since many things that require artists also require animators,(for example, advertisements) so it’d be good to know both.

repharim, thanks for your info about game development. I’ve heard that before, as well as that it is a very competitive field. I chose not to go into that when I first got my BA, though I really wanted to. I also wanted to be a car designer, which is not practical at all.

QB, maybe OOM and I could split the artwork -).

Dude, that would be sooo cool for you two to work together on MY book! Lol! One can dream -). But yeah, that woould be awesome!

Why play that game? It contains dark magic and evil stuff! Find something meaningful… how about prayer?

Among games, I recommend you bonaticula.

Hmmmm…brush tool. 😛 Also, clone stamp, magic wand, lasso, and levels.

…n00b

oom, do you use photoshop to actually draw? I rarely do. I mainly use Sketchbook to draw, then photoshop to do touch ups or adjust things. Also, have you used Illustrator at all? I used to use it a lot, but I realized that almost everything Illustrator does, photoshop can also do. Do you have art posted anywhere online? I love seeing other people’s art, because that is where inspiration comes from! ^_^

Gotcha. Yep, photoshop is definitely the most comprehensive art program out there. I use Illustrator only when working with typography that can’t be done in photoshop. Also, the Pen/Direct selection tool in Illustrator is sooo useful. That’s so funny you follow artists on DeviantArt.. I have some art on there myself ^_^. And I follow tons of artists there too! Some of them are truly amazing. It is so inspiring to see how much one can learn and grow in art skills, and especially from just browsing other people’s art. I also love the contests they have every now and then. I mainly have digital car concept art and 3D model renderings on my profile there. Are there any other sites you’d recommend checking out?

chro7 – that’s so funny, that’s exactly what I’m looking for too… Im really starting to doubt that they exist, but at least we learned one thing…. if you want to marry off your daughter, buy her an xbox.

look at this thread. man alive. YWN coffee room regulars who are ALSO gamers. just when you thought it couldnt get more loserish, it does.

Song of Blessing – I don’t have a problem prioritizing. I enjoy games but I haven’t even turned on my xbox in several months. I’ve just been too busy. The reason I want a gamer wife is not so I can sit for hours on end wasting time with her. It’s just that gamers are gamers because they like a certain style and are part of a specific sub-culture. You dont necessarily need to waste hours of your day to be called a gamer. There’s nothing wrong with wanting a spouse that enjoys similar hobbies. Is it any worse than watching movies together, or having a common favorite author whose books you both enjoy?

How childish for a married man to play computer games most people stop at 16

How about making itself a kvius in the evening instead

Curiosity, now you see why a handful of really good users have left this place, or have been driven out. Me included.

besalel: Yes, becaue randomly insulting people online on Erev Yom Kippur is the product of a meaningful and fulfilled life. You keep telling yourself that. ^_^

dont get me wrong one of many, i too loved video games. then i hit my bar mitzvah. but seriously, most gamers i know (kevin smith) are quite proud of their nerd stature. someone who is insulted by what i wrote is a nerd chut hameshulash: yeshivish (1) and a gamer (2) and a wanna be (3). oy veyzmir!!!! please dont send your second life goat-warrior dragon face to slay my plucked golden goose head dinosaur. i wouldnt know what id do with my life then.

BTW I am married, with children. Like I said, gaming is my hobby, it’s what I do to relax. I make time for it when I can, usually couple hrs/wk.