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Real Goblin Sep 4, 2013 @ 9:21pm

How Do I Become A Steamworks Developer?

I'm an aspiring programmer, I can do BASIC, and some C and C++ programming. I don't want the position right now obviously, but once I get degrees and crap, how might I become one?

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Forcen Sep 4, 2013 @ 9:39pm

You should make a game first, then when you have something game like worry about Steamworks.

When you have a game you need to get it on greenlight. http://steamcommunity.com/workshop/about/?appid=765

Also I think you are confusing Steamworks with getting a job at Valve. Steamworks developers are self employed or work for a game company.

Last edited by Forcen; Sep 4, 2013 @ 9:41pm

Real Goblin Sep 4, 2013 @ 9:41pm

Oh :P
Well I guess a $2.99 game from Greenlight is as good as a any lol

nfr mdw Sep 4, 2013 @ 9:49pm

well listen i am graphic designer lets work together and create a game then gabe newell will call us : hey guyz i want u to work with us in valve, ohh gabe we need some time to think about that, gabe : plz guyz i will give u more money and many copies of cs:go, what ur opinion mate ? , when dreams come true right :P

Real Goblin Sep 4, 2013 @ 10:09pm

Sadly, dreams like that only happen in the feel-good movies that insecure ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ watch. Hope I didn't just offend anybody lol

erik May 19, 2014 @ 4:12am

Originally posted by Forcen:
Steamworks developers are self employed or work for a game company.

I love this idea. I've been in gaming forever, am one of the "older" gamers for sure... but want to involve myself more. I'm good with testing, error replication & reporting, solutions, etc. I've obviously got the time it takes.

What's the best way to get in contact with a cool game company? I'm a huge enthusiast and fan of OVERKILL and similar stuff. I also love indie / small or lo-fi games.

EDIT: Not looking for salary or a paid position, just want to do some good work and be affiliated with Steamworks Development, and do what I do while continuing my education.

Thanks in advance for your responses.