Today was my second day in the Accelerator Program, and it was a real eye-opener. We had the opportunity to hear from Vieko Franetovic, the head of engineering at Devolver Digital, and his insights into professional game development were nothing short of inspiring. Although I attended the session online (I am still healing), I must admit I didn’t enjoy it as much as being there in person, as online people are easily overlooked. However, the experience was still incredibly valuable.
Being online made me feel somewhat disconnected from the energy and immediacy of the in-person experience. I found myself missing out on the interactive dynamics and the chance to fully engage with Vieko’s presentation. The Q&A section was a highlight, offering thought-provoking insights from other companies, as well hearing some insight from Vieko’s journey/ I really wished I could have heard more directly from Vieko himself (I could have picked his brain for hours). His personal journey and the detailed tips and tricks he could offer would have been exactly what I needed to further explore our own game development. Don’t be mistaken, he was fantastic and offered invaluable information that I will carry with me and continually reference.
One of the things that resonated deeply was how Vieko’s stories echoed the challenges and excitement we’re experiencing with our own project. It was reassuring to hear that we’re all navigating similar waters. After the intimidating first day, where the talent in the room felt overwhelming, it was comforting to realize that we're all in this together, facing similar hurdles and striving for success.
Today’s session also reaffirmed my passion for what we’re building. It was a great reminder of why we’re putting so much effort into creating something that stands out and makes a difference. I feel more motivated than ever to push forward and make our game not just a product, but a meaningful and engaging experience – thanks for this Vieko.
I’m looking forward to more sessions and hoping for more opportunities to connect directly with industry leaders. Each day in this program is shaping my vision and fueling my excitement, and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes us. “The road goes ever on and on, down from the door where it began. Now far ahead the road has gone, and I must follow if I can.” — J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, 1954
Kerry
Co-Founder, PlayTheos
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