[hellbanner]

Hi OP, I used to work for a big game company (that had great culture -- opposite of what you described!). I'm now working on indie games. Although it's not as glamorous as the "games industry", you can find a day job or do contracting in a more sensible industry.

The gaming industry is infamous for having killer 80 hour work weeks & sexist culture.. if this is your first exposure, I recommend working in a different industry that will appreciate and respect you then making some games on the side with your friends.

[mr_digital]

I know about the work hours but the industry is responsible for many great things and I do not want such an event to be a deciding factor to come out of it.

Moreover, the indie option has always been at the back of my mind.