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STEM & Technology
Game Developer
Game Developer
Game Developers create video games for consoles, mobile, and PC using coding, design, and storytelling. Day-to-day: • Write game code (Unity, Unreal Engine) • Design gameplay mechanics • Test and debug games • Work with designers and artists • Improve user experience Where you work: Gaming studios, startups, freelance Demand in SA: GROWING
📅 3–5 years
💰 R20k – R70k/mo
🎓 Grade 12
Your Journey
1
Complete Grade 12
2
Study Game Dev / IT
3
Build your own games (portfolio)
4
Junior → Senior Developer
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- Industry
- Game Developer
- Study Duration
- 3–5 years
- Minimum Grade
- Grade 12
- Required Subjects
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