Cons - lower job security (frequent layoffs, canceled games, missed financial expectations) - lower pay - less work-life balance - higher risk projects Pro

Cons - lower job security (frequent layoffs, canceled games, missed financial expectations) - lower pay - less work-life balance - higher risk projects Pros - great technical challenges - you'll work with non-engineers more often - a more social, less grumpy environment Work ethic and reputation is key to succeed, as you'll need referrals from coworkers to keep things going over time. Larger studios are known to be meat grinders. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGar7KC6Wiw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGar7KC6Wiw Working in the games industry is a valuable experience but not everyone can afford the salary hit.