ABSTRACT
Breaking in to the game industry isn’t easy. It’s an entertainment industry and has the same problems as movies and television and novels. Everyone wants to be a star. Inevitably, there are far more applicants than there are positions to fill, and when it comes to writing for video games, the imbalance is even more extreme. While every developer knows they need several programmers and at least one designer, they’re still not entirely convinced they need a dedicated writer. Some companies have caught the vision and employ entire writing staffs. Others are beginning to see the benefits of hiring freelance writers. It’s a situation in flux and it could explode one of these days, but don’t hold your breath.
