But whenever I finish a game jam, the same nagging question pops into my head: When am I going to finally work on a bigger project?
I can relate to this. But I found I stopped the nagging of maybe bigger projects aren't for me. At least for now.
If you're enjoying working on a bigger project, then do that.
If you're enjoying game jams, continue to do that.
I find there's a lot of external pressures to be successful financially. But I think just being in love with the art is the most important thing. The financial stuff may just naturally come (hopefully).
I was/still am very privileged but for a time but I still had some bills to pay and jams actually were a source of income due to non-exclusive licenses.
anywho! Awesome work the past 3 years. It's been a real journey to see you develop as an artist and a designer!
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If you're enjoying working on a bigger project, then do that.
If you're enjoying game jams, continue to do that.
This is a healthy reminder to ask myself why I'm doing what I'm doing. If I'm working on a bigger project just because others are doing it, then I'm falling prey to social inertia rather than my own desires and aspirations.
The financial stuff is a concern, but I also have a safety net from having worked for a few years. So it should be fine to keep doing what I enjoy doing, get better, and HOPEFULLY money will come down the road when I need it. (Hopefully...)
Thanks for chiming in and as always, look forward to keep seeing the amazing work you put out!