A lot of it isn't transferable. (specifically, things that are tied to the engine in use). But, it's odd, the author says in the same article: "you have to kn

A lot of it isn't transferable. (specifically, things that are tied to the engine in use). But, it's odd, the author says in the same article: "you have to know about art, music, AI, level design, dialogue, story, just to mention a few." Many of these skills ARE transferable! They're also a lot of fun! The larger point of the article still stands. I've never completed a game (maybe someday...) but I really enjoy the hobby aspect of it.