How to get started in game design?

Question

Game development

Good time everyone, I'm 17 years old, I'm currently studying web development, but something pulled me into the field of game design.
I was looking for information, but I came across an advertisement for paid courses with huge prices
. I would be grateful for advice in which direction to move and where to start and whether it is worth going there at all. Thanks..

Answer 1

Games are also programs. Become a developer first, then look for jobs in game development.

Answer 2

what part of it are you interested in? programming, design, literary part? modern games don't differ much from other software in terms of programming, especially if you use ready-made engines like unity or unreal, there is more work for designers/artists.

Answer 3

Read gamasutra , HD cuffs , watch thematic channels on YouTube , find books, try to make a small game on a simple engine or mod for one of the games.