Breaking into the Gaming Industry: Tips for Aspiring Professionals

Breaking into the Gaming Industry: Tips for Aspiring Professionals

Embarking on a journey into the dynamic world of gaming can feel like stepping into a labyrinth of challenges and opportunities. But while the task can seem daunting, with the right skills breaking into the gaming industry becomes much easier. Whether you’re a budding developer, a passionate gamer, or a creative storyteller, this guide is…

Building a Portfolio for a Career in Game Art and Design 

Building a Portfolio for a Career in Game Art and Design 

“Art directors look for “skill level, originality, and the x-factor.” – Randy Briley, veteran game art director and senior lecturer at DigiPen Institute “ The gaming industry offers abundant opportunities for enthusiasts to turn their passion into a fulfilling career. Among these avenues lies the realm of Game Art and Design. In the competitive field of…

The journey of Sampath Kumar, Associate Project Manager at iXie 

The journey of Sampath Kumar, Associate Project Manager at iXie 

“The ability to adapt to changes will determine your success in life.”  – Benjamin Franklin  The gaming industry is renowned for its dynamic nature, demanding a keen ability to adapt—a crucial quality for any project manager. Enter Sampath Kumar, Associate Project Manager at iXie, who possesses this adaptability in spades.  Embarking on his journey as…

A Journey Driven by Passion: Saravanan R’s Odyssey in the Gaming World 

A Journey Driven by Passion: Saravanan R’s Odyssey in the Gaming World 

“Gaming is not a destination; it’s a journey driven by passion.” This quote proves itself very true in the case of Saravanan R, Senior Test Lead at iXie. Their unwavering passion for gaming led them to iXie, and it continues to propel them forward in the fiercely competitive gaming industry. Join us as we embark…

The life of a Test Lead through the eyes of Sankar Pandiyaraj

The life of a Test Lead through the eyes of Sankar Pandiyaraj

Never stop learning for when we stop learning we stop growing and this motto has stood Sankar Pandiyaraj, Test Lead at iXie, in good stead throughout the course of his life. Like all gamers, Sankar’s love for gaming started at an early age with Mario, Super Mario and City Racer. His love for gaming was…

Essential Skills Needed for a Career in the Gaming Industry 

Essential Skills Needed for a Career in the Gaming Industry 

Jobs in the gaming industry cover a wide range of skills and opportunities that allow you to explore your passion and intrigue for gaming. Every job has a unique set of specialized skills; some examples are, programming for game developers, testing basics for game testers and a flair for language, creativity, and expertise in design…

Marketing Yourself For A Job In The Gaming Industry

Marketing Yourself For A Job In The Gaming Industry

Punch your way into the Gaming Industry with a strategy that works exclusively for you! Let’s begin with what it means to market yourself for a job. It essentially implies how you present yourself and interact with a job opportunity. It could be as elemental as something you convey through your resume, cover letter, LinkedIn…

Play, Test, Repeat: Behind the Scenes with Our Senior Test Lead, Gururaj

Play, Test, Repeat: Behind the Scenes with Our Senior Test Lead, Gururaj

All Gamers dream of a world where they can just play their favorite game, all day every day, but very few get the chance to make those dreams a reality. Gururaj is one of the few who was fortunate enough to make his passion into his profession. Like all gamers, Gururaj’s passion for gaming started…

Build a Lucrative Career in the Gaming Industry

Build a Lucrative Career in the Gaming Industry

Find your calling in the array of jobs that encompass the Game Lifecycle!  Video games on various platforms like Gameboys, consoles, personal computers, and mobile phones being mere sources of entertainment are now officially a matter of the past. Today, in this day and age of gamification and fast developing technology-based education and growth, it…