I’ve made a few games over the years — joined some game hackathons, shipped small projects — but looking back, I only really enjoyed making one 3D game a few years ago.
Every other time, I found the process stressful. Debugging physics, balancing gameplay, polishing UI — it always drained me more than it inspired me.
I used to think that meant I was failing as a developer. But now I think it just means I like different kinds of creation.
I love building systems, tools, and interactive experiences — things people can use, not necessarily play.
Maybe that’s the key: not everyone who loves interactivity has to be a “game dev.”
If you’ve felt something similar - enjoying one part of a field but hating the rest - that’s totally fine. You can pivot, evolve, and still be creative.
TL;DR: It’s okay to stop doing what drains you, even if it’s something you once thought you’d love.
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