I think a lot of game programmers that think this way and talk about tools and systems often don’t have a lot of artistic output themselves. That’s ultimately f

I think a lot of game programmers that think this way and talk about tools and systems often don’t have a lot of artistic output themselves. That’s ultimately fine, but I think in order to be a somewhat accomplished game developer you have to somewhat give up an enthusiasm for novel programming. EDIT: I should note that I am not accomplished as a game developer at all, so take my advice with a grain of salt.