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Are you a UX/UI designer looking to break into the video game industry? 🎮 As it turns out, there are some key differences between "regular" designers and those who work in video games. Many job postings require experience in the industry and shipped games as products. So, what skills and experiences are lacking from a "regular" designer to transition to video games? I posed this question to industry expert Steve Meim 🎮 and he suggested I turn to the LinkedIn community for feedback. Have you made the transition from UX/UI design to video game design? What skills did you need to develop? And how did you go about developing them? It can feel like a bit of a circular logic problem, but with the right guidance and training, it's possible to make the leap. Let's start a conversation and share our experiences to help aspiring video game designers succeed. #UX #UI #gamedesign #videogames #designers

Hi guys I just completed my another UI project more likely App designing Project On Figma. This is a Game support Application which can be used to play different games. This is one of my minor projects to show off my skills. I am very much aware that there are guys out doing much better than me But I am just getting started. What did I used in this projects? I used the basic wireframe design to clear the design. Than move according to my plan. Used some basic Inter-Page Transition with Prototype function. There is also an intro animation which is still at basic level. What did I learned during this project? In this project I have faced many challenges as My Priority was to create a happy user Experience and improving the interface. I am also working on other projects so Time management is one of the most precious thing I have learnt during this project I am always open for Ideas if you guys have better thinking I would feel happy to be approached. #figma #webdesign #appdesign #UIUX #Ui #Ux #learning

Hello again LinkedIn! This semester, I took a class on the basics of UI/UX design, specialized for game tech designers, so I wanted to share one of the projects I made for it. This is the complete user interface for a conceptual murder mystery / detective game, akin to games like Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney or Danganronpa. It was a lot of fun because I structured the architecture of this project in such a way that it allowed me to create slick, polished transitions and animations for all parts of the UI iteratively and rapidly. It was composed using multiple techniques like action lists and generative UI (not the LLM kind!) that I'd like to talk about in future posts if I've got the time. Otherwise, enjoy this snippet of the project that I recorded! #gamedevelopment #gamedev #godot

Do you want to discover the secrets of top games' UI/UX? Hey there, game designers!  I've got a secret weapon to share with you! If you are a game designer looking to do user interface or user experience work in game development, you must know about the "Game UI database." This ultimate resource has a collection of approximately 1144 games and has a huge amount of user and interface information. But its cross-referenced things on many different levels really make this database's capabilities stand out. Want to see how a particular game implemented its UI? No problem! This database has got you covered. Let's explore it! https://lnkd.in/dmeWPDWG #gameuidatabase #damedesign #uidesign #uxdesign #gamedevelopment #gamingindustry #gamedesigners #gamedev #uiinspiration #uxinspiration #falcon3dstudio

Tried Something New!🔥 Prototyping 👩💻 Excited to share my latest UI design for a bottle ordering app! 🚀 ✨ I focused on creating an interactive experience by adding hover effects I also incorporated vertical and horizontal animations for a dynamic user experience ✨ It's been a great learning experience diving deeper into animations and interaction design! Check it on Behance 🚀 https://lnkd.in/dRB2PnN9 #Prototyping #ui #uiux #scrollling #hovereffct

Harmonia Prototype There’s something truly magical about prototyping—it breathes life into a design and transforms static screens into an interactive experience. Seeing Harmonia come to life through the prototype is such a fulfilling moment! As a UI/UX designer, I’m especially proud of the seamless flow and intuitive user journey. Every transition, interaction, and animation has been carefully crafted to ensure users feel guided and engaged. I’d love to hear your thoughts—how does the flow resonate with you? Feedback is always welcome, as it helps refine the experience further! #prototyp #mobileapp #uiux #uidesign #mentorshipwithgoodness #figma

The Future of Game Design: A UI/UX Perspective As we push the boundaries of what gaming can be, I'm excited about the trends shaping our future: AI & Dynamic Worlds: Imagine UIs that grow and change with your gameplay, thanks to AI. We're moving towards experiences where your choices shape not just the story but the very interface you interact with. Narrative-Driven UIs: The interface isn't just a tool; it's part of the story. I'm envisioning UIs that reflect your journey, where every menu, icon, and widget tells a part of your tale. Immersive Design: The future is diegetic for a number of reasons. I'm passionate about creating interfaces that aren't just overlays but part of the game's universe, enhancing immersion. Accessibility for All: My focus has always been on inclusivity. The next wave of games will cater to every player, with UIs that adapt to individual needs, ensuring everyone can enjoy the magic of gaming. Minimalism & Intuition: Less can indeed be more. I'm exploring UIs that are intuitive, where the interface supports the gameplay without overshadowing it. Real Meets Virtual: With AR/VR, I'm looking forward to designing experiences where the real world and game worlds merge, creating a seamless interaction. Community & Ethics: Game design is a communal effort. I'm committed to ethical practices, ensuring our games are not just fun but also fair and respectful to players. What trends excite you the most? Let's discuss! #GameDesign #UIUX #FutureOfGaming #ImmersiveGaming #AccessibilityInGaming #TechTrends #RobertKCroft

Why I think Super Mario is one of the best OG games! Especially for onboarding 😍 The tutorial is simple and feels intuitive - an amazing user experience design! Nintendo hit me up (ahhhhhh yes I typed that lol). Anyways, I think one of the best part is that there's no written instruction—just learn as you go. So anyone can play it! You start with easy tasks and move to more challenging moves, a perfect example of progressive disclosure. Which is perfect to improve your skills to beat Bowser! Super Mario is a great example of UX in gaming, turning every player into an expert through seamless onboarding. -- I'm Julie, a UX writer for mobile games. I love sharing stories about my life and insights into UX writing. Let's connect and work together! #ux #uxd #uxdesign #freelance #uxwriting #supermario

One of my favorite challenges in front-end development is finding a way to keep interfaces entertaining without sacrificing accessibility. There are lots of things that need to be considered when designing #accessible interfaces. 1. Do the colors contrast enough? 2. Can screen recorders make sense of this? 3. Is there too much motion? 4. Does it support different kinds of pointers and keyboard-only users? 5. Do any transitions applied cause the screen/elements to jump around? I designed this simple email collection form yesterday. Accessibility was at the forefront of my mind. I wanted to be able to apply some kind of animation to the component instead of having the state changes snap the component into different orientations. Ultimately, I decided a fixed-height component with two inner <div> elements was what I needed. The first <div> would act as the container, while the second would act more like the iris of a camera that collapses when the state changes. This allows for a simple transitional animation that keeps things interesting, without the elements jumping all over the page while the animation fires. #wcag #accessibility #UI #UX #frontend

Meet Rebecca Rekasius, former Game & UX Designer student at Futuregames! Rebecca currently works as a Level Designer at Windup Games in Umeå. “The best thing about my work is that it’s creative and allows for, and requires, iterative work together with my colleagues. It’s fun to have an idea in mind and then see it come to life in the level. It´s great to see people understand something I made in a different way and then iterate on it until it’s the best version it can be. Writing design is also really great and a process I enjoy a lot.” How has the Game & UX Designer education prepared you for this job? “It was good to do a lot of different blockout work and try out a bunch of different styles. The game projects were a good way to simulate how intertwined the disciplines are while making a game. The UX part of my education highlighted the user perspective, which is an important part of making games, I’m happy I got that with me.”   What challenges and opportunities do you see for your role in the future? “As a Level Designer, staying updated with evolving technology can be challenging. However, there are so many opportunities in crafting immersive environments that move people, which for sure weigh up for any inconveniences that are thrown my way!” Learn more about our Game & UX Designer education! https://lnkd.in/dXAmKTes #games #ux #uxdesign #gamedesign