Guides
In-depth resources for every stage of your gaming career. Each guide is built from real coaching conversations with hundreds of gaming professionals.
Gaming Industry Career Coaching
Everything you need to know about career coaching for gaming professionals. What it is, who it's for, and how it works. From an ex-Riot Games hiring manager.
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Laid Off From a Gaming Studio
Just got laid off from a gaming studio? Here's what to do in the first 48 hours, how to rebuild your confidence, and how to turn a layoff into your best career move.
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Networking in the Gaming Industry
How to build real relationships in the gaming industry that lead to opportunities. GDC networking, referrals, post-layoff networking, and proactive career strategy.
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LinkedIn & Personal Brand for Gaming
The tactical playbook for making gaming industry recruiters come to you. Profile optimization, posting strategy, follower growth, and personal branding.
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Gaming Interview Preparation Guide
What AAA gaming studios actually look for in interviews, from someone who used to make the hiring decisions at Riot Games. Preparation strategies that work.
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Senior Game Dev Career Growth
For experienced gaming professionals who've hit a career ceiling. Promotions, salary negotiation, leadership visibility, and escaping the senior plateau.
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Why Gaming Pros Stay Invisible
The Ninja trap, the Generalist curse, and the Imposter spiral. Understanding why talented gaming professionals stay hidden and the frameworks to fix it.
Read the guide →Coming back to games after a bridge job
Frame your non-games role honestly, show relevant skills, keep your games work current, and set clear conditions for restarting your search.
Read the guide →2026 games layoffs: what the number means for your search
ASGC counts 10,977 confirmed games layoffs from January 1 to October 20, 2026. Data as of October 2026, with practical steps for your search.
Read the guide →Rejected in five minutes: what an instant no usually means
A fast rejection can have several causes. Learn what application answers can affect and what to check before applying again.
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