Despite horrendous layoffs, obscene hardware prices, and everything else, Saber Interactive exec says 'this is a great time to be in the industry'
Saber CCO Tim Willits believes the availability of platforms like Fortnite and mobile devices are what really matters.
This is a remarkable time to be in the gaming industry, according to Saber Interactive's chief creative officer Tim Willits. Despite the industry's struggles with layoffs, high hardware prices, and the AI-driven RAMPocalypse, Willits believes that the accessibility of platforms like Fortnite and mobile phones makes this an excellent time for developers.
He emphasizes that making art and creating interactive entertainment is unique to the gaming industry, and great games will always find a way. Willits acknowledges that the industry is evolving and that game development may shift, possibly towards China, but he remains optimistic. He encourages developers who have been laid off to keep making games and collaborate with friends, as there are numerous tools available that don't require a huge budget.
Willits also believes that reabsorption into the industry is likely, as other developers and publishers are now looking at these talented individuals who have been let go.
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