Honestly, it's insane how much progress you're making. It's always extremely intimidating to start developing games, especially with long videos, confusing game engines, and programming languages, and the fact you're able to surmount that is already a lot. And more so than that, the rapidity of it all is really admirable. Also, being able to make actually interesting games design-wise is a huge asset.
really appreciated the heart to heart at the end currently in the same position with being an art guy trying (often unsuccessfully) to get into game design and im dealing with some similar problems hope your december slaps ily jack bby
Yeah, lots of coders complain about not having art skills, and I struggle to write a basic FPS controller with a functioning weapon. C# on its own is fun an easy to use, but designing complex gameplay mechanics makes my head explode.
I don’t ever see myself being interested in actually making games myself, but the passion you have for it is pretty infectious, and it’s hard to resist learning about it when you present it so delightfully. Also, kudos for having the courage to add that little note at the end there. We wish you all the best, breakups are always hard, and I’m sure we’ll be no less excited for whenever you’re ready to upload again. Take your time, make it a banger ❤
Sorry to hear about your breakup man. Its never easy but I promise theres a light at the end of the tunnel. Looking forward to your next vid, whenever it might be o7
Take all the time you need, you deserve it. There is always a price to our dreams, and not all are willing to pay it. Just rest assured, it will be worth it in the end. You are kind of my role-model at this point. Loving your energy, wish you all the best!
Jack, just popping in to say that I started watching your game design videos right after my gf of 2 years and I broke up. You really helped take my mind off everything that was going wrong in my life. Like all things in life it gets easier with time brother. Hoping you have a great Christmas, and looking forward to catching up with you next year!
I relate SO hard to this! I'm also making my first 3D game (my first game in general) and have been working with Blender. It has been a long process and I've already put about 140 hours into Blender. In all this time, I've really only got the basics down. Blender is complicated and it has been a long yet rewarding process. It has been fun following you on your journey as I am also experiencing a lot of the same things at the same time you are. I look forward to seeing what you do next. Keep up the good work and take that much needed break.
Any video like this where you explain the process of making something and how you are going about learning it is extremely valuable for someone like me just starting to learn and i wish you luck mate
I was considering learning 3d modeling, and after watching this I had NO IDEA what I was looking to sign up for. This seems so friggin' hard. You're incredible for learning all of this. Also, you are super brave for being as honest as you were at the end. Best of luck to you brother. I know how challenging that can be. Take all the time you need. We love you and support you. Happy Christmas! ;) p.s. - The Michelangelo of Gaming sent me
Watching you go through your game making journey is so relatable yet inspiring, I love the relaxed and casual chat approach you have to these videos. Keep up the good work, and excited to see what you do next. Deffo gonna follow your tutorial channel now to attempt some game making of my own 😁
Just wanna say this is legitimately the ONLY video out there that actually describes the whole pipeline of making characters/assets for games. Most just say "bought it", "modeled it", "just got it from a friend". Most 3d modeling channels don't talk about UV maps & retopology as much as you do because they're not game focused it's actually nuts how long it's taken for a video to go over the whole process from start to finish so people who want to make a 3d game now understand what they'll go through.
You were the reason I took a 3-D modeling class and now I’m actually kind of OK at 3-D modeling in blender. You inspired me and I’m gonna take some Game Design classes. Thank you so much for all your hard work.
Easily became my favorite youtuber this year, ive been using blender almost daily for 3 years now and you did a amazing job with the modeling, and learned alot quicker than i did in the beginning, hope you have good holidays :D
Appreciated the openness at the end, and I hope December is a good month for you. The character looks great by the way, I need to learn how to make one like that.
It's been very inspiring to watch how much you've learned this year. Sorry to hear about the girl Jack, we've all been there and it's rough. Go at your own pace and we can't wait to see your growth in 2025.
Of all of the RUclipsrs that I really admire and enjoy watching, you have to be one of my favorites. Watching your content just always feels so genuine, not like I’m watching a video made by a company manufactured for my enjoyment like a lot of other channels. You really appeal to me as someone who is down to earth and inspires me to create. It is because of your journey of following your passions to become a full time RUclipsr and documenting the whole thing that inspired me to make my own videos for my own channel which I’m doing now. I hope you take a much needed break Jack and know that your true fans will always support you (I myself am from the rdr2 video days lol). Keep your chin up and keep just being you and I guarantee you will continue to be successful.
You've bitten off more than you can chew and you're afraid you won't be able to swallow it all (lol). I feel like you don't give yourself enough credit. You have brought yourself to this level of RUclips and experience in game design. You've gained the 325k subscribers and started a development "company" of sorts. You've sought out other creators and collaborated to widen the scope of your abilities - why should that trend not continue with the rest of it? I think it's very normal to take stock of things and only then realize how much you have going on and how you may not be able to deal with it all. Except, more often than not, you find a way to work to your strengths and ultimately ARE able to deal with everything, and come out smarter because of it. You'll be alright, man. Hope you feel better soon. The ambition you've showed up to this point is the rule, not the exception. I fully believe you're only going to grow from here!
Your comfort of talking to the camera is something I hope to one day acquire for my own channel. True on camera charisma. Having experimented (while crashing and burning) with so many of the same things you cover in this video I found it incredibly engaging to see your take on discovering and understanding these processes. All of this stuff is hell and the world of 3D art and game design has so many layers to it that it is best example of "you don't know what you don't know" that I have ever come across.
I don’t comment often, but I felt I needed to this time. Your videos have been a fantastic source of entertainment, a welcome escape from real life, and a big inspiration for the creative side of my own work. Hearing about your breakup genuinely made me emotional. Just know that you’re incredible, and the way you create your videos is truly inspiring.
Your videos bring such an approachable and illuminating perspective to game design, with every video of yours I feel like I become so much more aware and appreciative of the sheer work and detail that goes into even the most minute aspects of game development. Great work!
Great video man, I should probably work on a 'game ready character' tutorial myself. Also quick Blender tip for 38:25, hit ctrl+space to maximise your current workspace and view your little guy in all his glory. I look forward to following your journey, cheers!
It's so fun and refreshing to watch Jack's development both as a game designer and as a content creator. This channel is like mainlining serious growth and reflection directly into my veins.
@@AnteBoss You can unsub if you want No shame in doing it and I understand where you're coming because I unsubbed actman a year ago due the the transition shift
everything in this video describes my game dev diploma experience. Especially my 3d character development class. I feel like I had the same thoughts and struggles. The analysis paralysis is something I relate to. Actually there's a lot that you have said in this video that really speaks to me. I am so appreciative of what your have shared. Especially at the end where you opened up. I wish you all the best. Stay strong. You got this!
Take your time man. Love all your content, but thats because of you, there so many people doing game content but youve got a personality that sets it apart. Youve also motivated me to explore this as a career. Ive begun some self eduation on game design, and explored schooling for it. Its a lot to learn and you are right it seems intimidating at first. Cant wait for the new channel, it couldnt be coming at a more perfect time. Get well and take care of yourself, thats always more important than anything else.
Keep your head up, Jack. i hope you find joy working on these projects and spending time with game dev buddies. i recently watched an interview with the creator of Balatro, and i was astounded at how much work he put into the game just to make something that he and his friends had fun playing. i can tell that you're just as passionate about video games and want to contribute something that will help make more great ideas come to life. cheers to you and all the great work you've done so far, good luck in 2025!
There is an addon from the cozy blanket creators that allows you to work directly in Blender connected with cozy blanked and the mesh and zoom moves realtime in the viewport> As well you can export in different formats to get quads back to blender, I use it all the time myself, happy to discuss how to get it working.
Honestly, this video had been one of the BIGGEST boosts I've need to kick into gear outta my slump and get back into modelling! THE MICHELANGELIO OF GAMING SENT ME!!
The new channel is SUPER nice idea, Jack. Your newbie-perspective and the production quality all your videos have + Nick's expertise will pair up nicely. Def an immediate sub from me :)
Jack,thank you for all your videos so far. It‘s really inspiring to watch you grow and try out different approaches. As you said in the ending - I can‘t imagine how much pressure it must be for you to go full time. Loved all your videos, even the ones with topics that weren’t initially for me. You have a lot of fans that support you and I wish you all the best for this journey and your personal life. I think it is a great decision to look after your mental health and not get burned out in the process. Hope you can use the time to deal with the personal stuff and have friends and family over the holidays to support you. Much love from germany
Take all the time you need Jack, we aren't going anywhere. Just getting out of a long term relationship myself, it is TOUGH and takes time. Your videos and your character are a great source of inspiration and entertainment to all of us and have gotten many of us through difficult times. Take care of yourself, keep up the amazing work, and much love
Take all the time you need, break ups are hard. I will be here when you continue your game dev adventure. I'm super invested and it's amazing how much progress you are making. Have a good December and be well
Man, I've found you couple months ago and just with 2-3 videos I really consider you one of my favs content creator. I love how you comunicate, and honestly i love your game dev journey, It is something I can identified with. Rest well, I will be here for your come back for sure! Blessings.
Jack just as always it's so good to see you! I've been you fan for a long time and I really like your videos, just wanted to tell you how good you are, and how much we all love you :)
Thank you for this video! I've been watching Blender Guru for a while, trying to make an asset myself, but it was really overwhelming and I couldn't find a high-level overview of the process. You put it all together in an understandable, easy to follow way that motivates me to try it myself. I would probably enjoy your videos even if I wasn't also learning to make a game. The break is well deserved, you've made a lot of progress in a short time! Hope you'll feel better soon.
Hey man, I wanted to wish you a great December. Your channel is my opinion the best and most high quality gaming channel on RUclips. And you game dev stuff nothing short of inspiring. This should go without saying but it’s of course totally cool to take a break for mental health.
I have really been enjoying the game dev journey! Very fun videos. Any chance you could make it more apparent when you put text on the screen? I sometimes miss the white text at the bottom while focusing on what you're saying/the visuals. Thanks!
Bro, I've absolutely LOVED watching your journey. Good on you for just setting out and freaking doing it. Takes a lot of guts. Your humble attitude and approach paired with an anti-adobe rant in the first 5 minutes, bro instant fan for life haha. Best of luck to you
You've been a great inspiration to me who got into blender but never delved deeper (I'm a 2D artist). Please rest for as long as you need and keep on making these bangers!
this is amazing! started learning animation in blender nearly a year ago, moving over to game assets now and this answers so many questions I had, very excited for the dame dev tutorials :)
Take that time off and get your mental right. Between being a content creator and just leaving a long-term relationship has got to be a lot, especially around the holidays. Most people understand that youtubers generally take this time of the year off or at minimum slows down. Its a time to reset, be thankful, spend time with family & create some new goals for the new year. Hope you understand that even through these tough times, a lot of us are going through very similar situations and love these videos as a way to escape from the craziness of life. Looking forward to your next video (whether it be a video game review or more steps on this game dev journey) & have a merry Christmas man
Hey Jack, just wanted to send the love. Your content is crazy entertaining, Felt like I was glued to the screen with how well you broke things doen in this video and made it interesting for someone with no experience. Have an incredible December, enjoy the break, can't wait to see what you cook up in the new year!
Earlier this summer I was torn between two projects I wanted to work on; something in game-dev, or a film made in unreal engine. I was juggling back and forth constantly until you started your own game-dev journey. So basically- I saw you doing your thing, took none of your advice and make a film instead- But! It did very much jump start that project! I'm 6 months into animating penguins and still loving it. As I'm also working in the game industry by filming trailers, I too find it hard sometimes to be inspired to do your own creative work when a lot of creative energy is taken up by a job. But, I think it also proves to me just how important it is to take time for yourself, and keep a nugget for your own JUICE and make it a priority to have something just because you love it. Anyways, just wanted to say thanks and random people do watch and very much appreciate what you do.
Really love the work you’ve been doing, I normally don’t comment on anything but you are possibly the only creator I look forward to releasing a video. Definitely understand the anxiety but we will be here when you’re ready.
Man, such a fun and informative video. Seeing progress and learning together from a newbie perspective is such an enjoying and relatable watch. I really love your editing and entertaining delivery. More of this and more views please!
Im so exited for all the godot related stuff, im not so much an art guy but i love mechanics and all the back end logic. legend bro take a break and come back excited
Yo Jack, I found your channel from your revisiting RuneScape adventure and have watched everything you’ve posted since. You’re a great entertainer and we all support you! Take the time off and good luck with everything. I’ll be here watching whatever the next video is that you put out.
Great video jack. I was trying to learn about 3d modeling but got overwhelmed so quickly after making a donut and running into ton of complicated stuff and remembering nothing i did that week. It's cool to see someone that is new to that and understands the struggles, gives hope and motivation to continue getting into it
This is the reason I come to your channel specifically on every upload. I don't delay or wait and I make sure to watch it instantly. Clever and goofy jokes. Honest opinions and feelings put into your words. But the human aspect of it all. You aren't afraid to explain mistakes, or how you did something wrong. Maybe why you feel something is incorrect. In a game you play, or your own personal journey in making something. Absolutely keep going man. Life can mess you up. But just know there's people like me who see you and go, "Damn, that guy really has the stuff". Cheers.
I can't wait to play the game that you make, with the professionalism that you put into your videos. I already know that it's going to be a banger. Can't wait to see it man, and I hope you feel better.
Man, if you only knew how crazy good your videos are. Your personality is exceptional for the kind of content you make, and your editing is on point. Everything will be fine. You are blowing up, and you just need consistency. A month off is not bad. Dont burn up... now that'd be bad. Cheers brother!
Sounds from everything that you definitely need to slow things down and take a breather. Those situations are normal life events but it doesn't make them any less crazy-challenging to deal with and you're being smart by realising that it's taking its toll on you, some people burn themselves out entirely before realising. Hope you feel better soon and looking forward to the next video you release, whenever you feel you're ready to do so
I started doing 3D modelling about a year ago and trying dedicate as much time as possible into it. As a graphic designer trying to make a shift in careers has been quite daunting but honestly seeing how far you’ve come is truly an inspiration to us all. Thank you!
Rest well brother, January it is:) even if you need until February or longer, we’ll be here waiting for your return. See you then! And remember that everything WILL be okay
I'm a game design student, and I love these videos. They help me a lot. I'm learning retopology for a character design class and it's been really interesting. Good to know how important it is. Thank you for the encouragement!
I hope you feel better after taking the break. RUclips, game development, art, even life can be hard. I've had a lot of things happen to me that has effected my content and artistic journey so I can relate (to some degree everyone's situation is different) with self-doubt, anxiety, and sadness. But you make great stuff man, i cant wait to see what you make next year and I hope the month of rest helps
Hey Jack, It is really inspiring to see your progress, I know we don't see the behind the scenes but it looks like you are giving huge steps. You are making me considering start a similar project like you are, btw, I have been using blender for over 10 years and still haven't used a lot of tools included in blender. Just remember that sometimes taking a day off is the most productive thing you can do, I am struggling with that too. Thanks for the inspiration!
As a newbie-wannabe-3D-artist it's insane how relatable some situations are when we are starting in this awesome artistic world, even the same tuts lol Excited for the content on Playable Workshop! Have a good rest friend, take your time, after all it's the best healer.
You are a legend man! seeing you do all of this is so impressive. I'm a 3D artist myself, I know the pain. Good on you for not giving up, be proud! I'm sorry you're going through a rough time.
Dude I’m gonna be so eagerly awaiting the Ocarina of Time style tutorials! The game I just started developing in Godot is primarily inspired by OOT so I can’t wait to get some extra guidance from you guys!
I loved that video. It reminded me of the time when I tried to learn modeling on blender 2.3 20 years ago. I was shit but every progress was worth it. Keep up the good work and take the time you need to get back. Best wish from France
the anxiety of content creation is hard and i hope you doing good man, but just want to say as a small creator you're truly an inspiration! can't wait for your return to content in the new year! have a good break
Damn dude the camera setup and the shot are amazing, everything is clear including the monitors the background has a nice warm light and blur to it and the colors ohhhh the colors ♥10/10 video no need to watch
Been watching your channel for a couple years now so it's super cool that you came across my UV Map Anything video during your Game Dev Journey. Gotta love RUclips! I know you're in good hands with Nick but if you every need anything on the 3D Art side of things, hit me up!
Bro take your time. Take as much time as you need. I'd rather see a video/game late and well polished than to see it now in an unfinished state. +1 to the algorithm. Much love from Cali
Loved the way you talked about the way things are used to be and all the other irony made in the video, subscribed! also you look like Harrier Du Bois, couldn't hold it.
Great work! It is really inspiring, some stuff I noticed that could help when texturing is to use generators on black/white masks in Substance Painter where you can explore a lot for example, you can bake in lighting if you want certain details and usually use them as a base for hand-painted textures. Love your work and gets me pumped to work on my own stuff.
Great vid, Jack! I've been on a similar journey. I'm a full-stack web developer who decided to make a game. Been working on it for years. Most of that time has been spent drawing because I was NOT an artist. One thing's for sure: Making a game is easily one of the most tediously satisfying things a person can do
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Let me know if you ever want some input or chat, I'm a game dev animator for the last 16 years. Happy to help :)
Honestly, it's insane how much progress you're making. It's always extremely intimidating to start developing games, especially with long videos, confusing game engines, and programming languages, and the fact you're able to surmount that is already a lot. And more so than that, the rapidity of it all is really admirable. Also, being able to make actually interesting games design-wise is a huge asset.
Yeaa its challenging enough to make games. To document the development alongside that..wow hats off to you 👏
Thanks so much!
Having experienced backup behind him is a god sent i would have killed to have that when i started.
really appreciated the heart to heart at the end
currently in the same position with being an art guy trying (often unsuccessfully) to get into game design and im dealing with some similar problems
hope your december slaps ily jack bby
Yeah, lots of coders complain about not having art skills, and I struggle to write a basic FPS controller with a functioning weapon. C# on its own is fun an easy to use, but designing complex gameplay mechanics makes my head explode.
Rest well, brother. We'll see you soon
I don't understand what this comment supposed to mean.
@@somethingsomeone9678the author of the video is taking a break because he's been wearing himself out, should be back after a rest
@@johnnobon Oh I am stupid. I didn't think of it for some reason. I watched saying he is going to take a break and didn't connect the dots.
I don’t ever see myself being interested in actually making games myself, but the passion you have for it is pretty infectious, and it’s hard to resist learning about it when you present it so delightfully.
Also, kudos for having the courage to add that little note at the end there. We wish you all the best, breakups are always hard, and I’m sure we’ll be no less excited for whenever you’re ready to upload again. Take your time, make it a banger ❤
Sorry to hear about your breakup man. Its never easy but I promise theres a light at the end of the tunnel. Looking forward to your next vid, whenever it might be o7
Take all the time you need, you deserve it.
There is always a price to our dreams, and not all are willing to pay it. Just rest assured, it will be worth it in the end.
You are kind of my role-model at this point. Loving your energy, wish you all the best!
Jack, just popping in to say that I started watching your game design videos right after my gf of 2 years and I broke up. You really helped take my mind off everything that was going wrong in my life. Like all things in life it gets easier with time brother. Hoping you have a great Christmas, and looking forward to catching up with you next year!
I relate SO hard to this! I'm also making my first 3D game (my first game in general) and have been working with Blender. It has been a long process and I've already put about 140 hours into Blender. In all this time, I've really only got the basics down. Blender is complicated and it has been a long yet rewarding process. It has been fun following you on your journey as I am also experiencing a lot of the same things at the same time you are. I look forward to seeing what you do next. Keep up the good work and take that much needed break.
Any video like this where you explain the process of making something and how you are going about learning it is extremely valuable for someone like me just starting to learn and i wish you luck mate
I was considering learning 3d modeling, and after watching this I had NO IDEA what I was looking to sign up for. This seems so friggin' hard. You're incredible for learning all of this.
Also, you are super brave for being as honest as you were at the end. Best of luck to you brother. I know how challenging that can be. Take all the time you need. We love you and support you. Happy Christmas! ;)
p.s. - The Michelangelo of Gaming sent me
Watching you go through your game making journey is so relatable yet inspiring, I love the relaxed and casual chat approach you have to these videos. Keep up the good work, and excited to see what you do next. Deffo gonna follow your tutorial channel now to attempt some game making of my own 😁
Just wanna say this is legitimately the ONLY video out there that actually describes the whole pipeline of making characters/assets for games. Most just say "bought it", "modeled it", "just got it from a friend". Most 3d modeling channels don't talk about UV maps & retopology as much as you do because they're not game focused it's actually nuts how long it's taken for a video to go over the whole process from start to finish so people who want to make a 3d game now understand what they'll go through.
You were the reason I took a 3-D modeling class and now I’m actually kind of OK at 3-D modeling in blender. You inspired me and I’m gonna take some Game Design classes. Thank you so much for all your hard work.
Hell ya!
You’d don’t see a lot of reviewers take the effort to learn how to make the media they review. This is so cool
*cough* Joseph Anderson *cough*
Had a feeling your haircut was somewhat.. familiar . . . and it sure is. OH GLORIOUS TES IV: Oblivion Uriel Septim cut G
I really admire the grit you have to make such fast and constant progress
HOOOOO WEEEE I’ve been waiting for this video. Excited to see where the gamedev journey goes
mr poopy butthole watchu doing here
Whattt!! I love your videos, thanks!
Easily became my favorite youtuber this year, ive been using blender almost daily for 3 years now and you did a amazing job with the modeling, and learned alot quicker than i did in the beginning, hope you have good holidays :D
We are also making a 3D game in Godot and Blender and we understand your struggle...3D is really hard, even for experienced developers
Appreciated the openness at the end, and I hope December is a good month for you. The character looks great by the way, I need to learn how to make one like that.
This channel is such a breathe of fresh air super inspiring stuff. Seeing your videos absolutely drives me to make games and content!
It's been very inspiring to watch how much you've learned this year. Sorry to hear about the girl Jack, we've all been there and it's rough. Go at your own pace and we can't wait to see your growth in 2025.
Of all of the RUclipsrs that I really admire and enjoy watching, you have to be one of my favorites. Watching your content just always feels so genuine, not like I’m watching a video made by a company manufactured for my enjoyment like a lot of other channels. You really appeal to me as someone who is down to earth and inspires me to create. It is because of your journey of following your passions to become a full time RUclipsr and documenting the whole thing that inspired me to make my own videos for my own channel which I’m doing now. I hope you take a much needed break Jack and know that your true fans will always support you (I myself am from the rdr2 video days lol). Keep your chin up and keep just being you and I guarantee you will continue to be successful.
Love hearing that, thanks so much 🥹
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I CANNOT thankyou enough Jack!
You've bitten off more than you can chew and you're afraid you won't be able to swallow it all (lol). I feel like you don't give yourself enough credit. You have brought yourself to this level of RUclips and experience in game design. You've gained the 325k subscribers and started a development "company" of sorts. You've sought out other creators and collaborated to widen the scope of your abilities - why should that trend not continue with the rest of it? I think it's very normal to take stock of things and only then realize how much you have going on and how you may not be able to deal with it all. Except, more often than not, you find a way to work to your strengths and ultimately ARE able to deal with everything, and come out smarter because of it. You'll be alright, man. Hope you feel better soon.
The ambition you've showed up to this point is the rule, not the exception. I fully believe you're only going to grow from here!
Your comfort of talking to the camera is something I hope to one day acquire for my own channel. True on camera charisma.
Having experimented (while crashing and burning) with so many of the same things you cover in this video I found it incredibly engaging to see your take on discovering and understanding these processes. All of this stuff is hell and the world of 3D art and game design has so many layers to it that it is best example of "you don't know what you don't know" that I have ever come across.
I don’t comment often, but I felt I needed to this time.
Your videos have been a fantastic source of entertainment, a welcome escape from real life, and a big inspiration for the creative side of my own work. Hearing about your breakup genuinely made me emotional. Just know that you’re incredible, and the way you create your videos is truly inspiring.
Bro please do this channel with Nick and draw out every detail so we understand it
Your videos bring such an approachable and illuminating perspective to game design, with every video of yours I feel like I become so much more aware and appreciative of the sheer work and detail that goes into even the most minute aspects of game development. Great work!
Great video man, I should probably work on a 'game ready character' tutorial myself. Also quick Blender tip for 38:25, hit ctrl+space to maximise your current workspace and view your little guy in all his glory. I look forward to following your journey, cheers!
Dude thanks! I'm a big fan of your vids, we should connect on discord! hmu, it's jackplasma
It's so fun and refreshing to watch Jack's development both as a game designer and as a content creator. This channel is like mainlining serious growth and reflection directly into my veins.
I for one dont like this, he started as a gaming youtuber, now he wants to be a "content creator" that focuses on development. He will lose audience.
@@AnteBoss You can unsub if you want
No shame in doing it and I understand where you're coming because I unsubbed actman a year ago due the the transition shift
Love ya Jack! Take your time and looking forward to all of your projects!
everything in this video describes my game dev diploma experience. Especially my 3d character development class. I feel like I had the same thoughts and struggles. The analysis paralysis is something I relate to. Actually there's a lot that you have said in this video that really speaks to me. I am so appreciative of what your have shared. Especially at the end where you opened up. I wish you all the best. Stay strong. You got this!
Take your time man. Love all your content, but thats because of you, there so many people doing game content but youve got a personality that sets it apart. Youve also motivated me to explore this as a career. Ive begun some self eduation on game design, and explored schooling for it. Its a lot to learn and you are right it seems intimidating at first. Cant wait for the new channel, it couldnt be coming at a more perfect time. Get well and take care of yourself, thats always more important than anything else.
Keep your head up, Jack. i hope you find joy working on these projects and spending time with game dev buddies. i recently watched an interview with the creator of Balatro, and i was astounded at how much work he put into the game just to make something that he and his friends had fun playing. i can tell that you're just as passionate about video games and want to contribute something that will help make more great ideas come to life. cheers to you and all the great work you've done so far, good luck in 2025!
There is an addon from the cozy blanket creators that allows you to work directly in Blender connected with cozy blanked and the mesh and zoom moves realtime in the viewport> As well you can export in different formats to get quads back to blender, I use it all the time myself, happy to discuss how to get it working.
Honestly, this video had been one of the BIGGEST boosts I've need to kick into gear outta my slump and get back into modelling! THE MICHELANGELIO OF GAMING SENT ME!!
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The new channel is SUPER nice idea, Jack. Your newbie-perspective and the production quality all your videos have + Nick's expertise will pair up nicely. Def an immediate sub from me :)
Much appreciated! ❤
Hope that break gives you the refresher you deserve and that you have a great new year
Take as much time as you need. We’ll be here.
Everything in this vid has been so relatable, validating, funny, well put together, and personal at the end. you're a force of nature, immediate sub
Jack,thank you for all your videos so far. It‘s really inspiring to watch you grow and try out different approaches. As you said in the ending - I can‘t imagine how much pressure it must be for you to go full time. Loved all your videos, even the ones with topics that weren’t initially for me. You have a lot of fans that support you and I wish you all the best for this journey and your personal life. I think it is a great decision to look after your mental health and not get burned out in the process. Hope you can use the time to deal with the personal stuff and have friends and family over the holidays to support you. Much love from germany
Take all the time you need Jack, we aren't going anywhere. Just getting out of a long term relationship myself, it is TOUGH and takes time. Your videos and your character are a great source of inspiration and entertainment to all of us and have gotten many of us through difficult times. Take care of yourself, keep up the amazing work, and much love
Take all the time you need, break ups are hard. I will be here when you continue your game dev adventure. I'm super invested and it's amazing how much progress you are making. Have a good December and be well
Man, I've found you couple months ago and just with 2-3 videos I really consider you one of my favs content creator. I love how you comunicate, and honestly i love your game dev journey, It is something I can identified with. Rest well, I will be here for your come back for sure! Blessings.
Jack just as always it's so good to see you!
I've been you fan for a long time and I really like your videos, just wanted to tell you how good you are, and how much we all love you :)
I love the pace and structure of your videos. I hope you get a bigger audience. Quality stuff
Thank you for this video! I've been watching Blender Guru for a while, trying to make an asset myself, but it was really overwhelming and I couldn't find a high-level overview of the process. You put it all together in an understandable, easy to follow way that motivates me to try it myself. I would probably enjoy your videos even if I wasn't also learning to make a game.
The break is well deserved, you've made a lot of progress in a short time! Hope you'll feel better soon.
Hey man, I wanted to wish you a great December. Your channel is my opinion the best and most high quality gaming channel on RUclips. And you game dev stuff nothing short of inspiring. This should go without saying but it’s of course totally cool to take a break for mental health.
I have really been enjoying the game dev journey! Very fun videos. Any chance you could make it more apparent when you put text on the screen? I sometimes miss the white text at the bottom while focusing on what you're saying/the visuals. Thanks!
Bro, I've absolutely LOVED watching your journey. Good on you for just setting out and freaking doing it. Takes a lot of guts. Your humble attitude and approach paired with an anti-adobe rant in the first 5 minutes, bro instant fan for life haha. Best of luck to you
@playable-workshop has over 1K subs before any video 🙌🙌🔥🔥 absolutely positvely freaking awesome, cant wait ✌😁
You've been a great inspiration to me who got into blender but never delved deeper (I'm a 2D artist). Please rest for as long as you need and keep on making these bangers!
this is amazing! started learning animation in blender nearly a year ago, moving over to game assets now and this answers so many questions I had, very excited for the dame dev tutorials :)
Take that time off and get your mental right. Between being a content creator and just leaving a long-term relationship has got to be a lot, especially around the holidays. Most people understand that youtubers generally take this time of the year off or at minimum slows down. Its a time to reset, be thankful, spend time with family & create some new goals for the new year. Hope you understand that even through these tough times, a lot of us are going through very similar situations and love these videos as a way to escape from the craziness of life. Looking forward to your next video (whether it be a video game review or more steps on this game dev journey) & have a merry Christmas man
Hey Jack, just wanted to send the love. Your content is crazy entertaining, Felt like I was glued to the screen with how well you broke things doen in this video and made it interesting for someone with no experience. Have an incredible December, enjoy the break, can't wait to see what you cook up in the new year!
Earlier this summer I was torn between two projects I wanted to work on; something in game-dev, or a film made in unreal engine. I was juggling back and forth constantly until you started your own game-dev journey. So basically- I saw you doing your thing, took none of your advice and make a film instead- But! It did very much jump start that project!
I'm 6 months into animating penguins and still loving it. As I'm also working in the game industry by filming trailers, I too find it hard sometimes to be inspired to do your own creative work when a lot of creative energy is taken up by a job. But, I think it also proves to me just how important it is to take time for yourself, and keep a nugget for your own JUICE and make it a priority to have something just because you love it.
Anyways, just wanted to say thanks and random people do watch and very much appreciate what you do.
Really love the work you’ve been doing, I normally don’t comment on anything but you are possibly the only creator I look forward to releasing a video. Definitely understand the anxiety but we will be here when you’re ready.
Man, such a fun and informative video. Seeing progress and learning together from a newbie perspective is such an enjoying and relatable watch. I really love your editing and entertaining delivery. More of this and more views please!
Im so exited for all the godot related stuff, im not so much an art guy but i love mechanics and all the back end logic. legend bro take a break and come back excited
Jack out here making some of the best and most interesting content.
Yo Jack, I found your channel from your revisiting RuneScape adventure and have watched everything you’ve posted since. You’re a great entertainer and we all support you! Take the time off and good luck with everything. I’ll be here watching whatever the next video is that you put out.
I have no interest in doing any game design myself, but you continue to captivate and entertain me with the topic! Love it
Great video jack. I was trying to learn about 3d modeling but got overwhelmed so quickly after making a donut and running into ton of complicated stuff and remembering nothing i did that week. It's cool to see someone that is new to that and understands the struggles, gives hope and motivation to continue getting into it
I'm so excited for your future games!! It's so cool to see your progress!
This is the reason I come to your channel specifically on every upload. I don't delay or wait and I make sure to watch it instantly. Clever and goofy jokes. Honest opinions and feelings put into your words. But the human aspect of it all. You aren't afraid to explain mistakes, or how you did something wrong. Maybe why you feel something is incorrect. In a game you play, or your own personal journey in making something. Absolutely keep going man. Life can mess you up. But just know there's people like me who see you and go, "Damn, that guy really has the stuff". Cheers.
Haha thank you ❤
I can't wait to play the game that you make, with the professionalism that you put into your videos. I already know that it's going to be a banger. Can't wait to see it man, and I hope you feel better.
Man, if you only knew how crazy good your videos are. Your personality is exceptional for the kind of content you make, and your editing is on point. Everything will be fine. You are blowing up, and you just need consistency. A month off is not bad. Dont burn up... now that'd be bad.
Cheers brother!
Sounds from everything that you definitely need to slow things down and take a breather. Those situations are normal life events but it doesn't make them any less crazy-challenging to deal with and you're being smart by realising that it's taking its toll on you, some people burn themselves out entirely before realising.
Hope you feel better soon and looking forward to the next video you release, whenever you feel you're ready to do so
I started doing 3D modelling about a year ago and trying dedicate as much time as possible into it. As a graphic designer trying to make a shift in careers has been quite daunting but honestly seeing how far you’ve come is truly an inspiration to us all. Thank you!
I love these videos. they give me a perspective of how complicated making games is and how things go wrong every time you add something new to it
I love the way your room looks, looks really nice and cozy!
8:20 that Anato Finnstark piece is SO good
Rest well brother, January it is:) even if you need until February or longer, we’ll be here waiting for your return. See you then! And remember that everything WILL be okay
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I'm a game design student, and I love these videos. They help me a lot. I'm learning retopology for a character design class and it's been really interesting. Good to know how important it is. Thank you for the encouragement!
I hope you feel better after taking the break. RUclips, game development, art, even life can be hard. I've had a lot of things happen to me that has effected my content and artistic journey so I can relate (to some degree everyone's situation is different) with self-doubt, anxiety, and sadness. But you make great stuff man, i cant wait to see what you make next year and I hope the month of rest helps
tip, you can use mixamo to auto rig, then just download a pose, like t-pose
Hey Jack, It is really inspiring to see your progress, I know we don't see the behind the scenes but it looks like you are giving huge steps. You are making me considering start a similar project like you are, btw, I have been using blender for over 10 years and still haven't used a lot of tools included in blender. Just remember that sometimes taking a day off is the most productive thing you can do, I am struggling with that too.
Thanks for the inspiration!
As a newbie-wannabe-3D-artist it's insane how relatable some situations are when we are starting in this awesome artistic world, even the same tuts lol
Excited for the content on Playable Workshop!
Have a good rest friend, take your time, after all it's the best healer.
Good on you for sticking with it, it's easy to give up at times, amazing progress. I hope we get to see a 3d game^^
You are a legend man!
seeing you do all of this is so impressive.
I'm a 3D artist myself, I know the pain.
Good on you for not giving up, be proud!
I'm sorry you're going through a rough time.
ive been loving your videos these days. great work
this is better than a tutorial because of how it sheds light on the whole process, you earned a like and a subscribe buddy!
You're very inspirational Jack. Please keep making your games and videos, and enjoy your break.
Dude I’m gonna be so eagerly awaiting the Ocarina of Time style tutorials! The game I just started developing in Godot is primarily inspired by OOT so I can’t wait to get some extra guidance from you guys!
That’s what we wanna hear haha!
I loved that video. It reminded me of the time when I tried to learn modeling on blender 2.3 20 years ago. I was shit but every progress was worth it. Keep up the good work and take the time you need to get back. Best wish from France
the anxiety of content creation is hard and i hope you doing good man, but just want to say as a small creator you're truly an inspiration! can't wait for your return to content in the new year! have a good break
Damn dude the camera setup and the shot are amazing, everything is clear including the monitors the background has a nice warm light and blur to it and the colors ohhhh the colors ♥10/10 video no need to watch
Love you jack. Honestly my favorite channel. Keep strong, you are a good guy
I need you as my college teacher. You explain stuff better than 99% of teachers (even though the topics are not related)
Been watching your channel for a couple years now so it's super cool that you came across my UV Map Anything video during your Game Dev Journey. Gotta love RUclips!
I know you're in good hands with Nick but if you every need anything on the 3D Art side of things, hit me up!
Great vid as always take it easy man ❤
Yo this is cool! This is like the bread and butter of game dev. Don't really see much of this from ppl who aren't artists
Bro take your time. Take as much time as you need. I'd rather see a video/game late and well polished than to see it now in an unfinished state. +1 to the algorithm. Much love from Cali
Loved the way you talked about the way things are used to be and all the other irony made in the video, subscribed! also you look like Harrier Du Bois, couldn't hold it.
Really good video , inspires me to learn game dev ❤
Great work! It is really inspiring, some stuff I noticed that could help when texturing is to use generators on black/white masks in Substance Painter where you can explore a lot for example, you can bake in lighting if you want certain details and usually use them as a base for hand-painted textures. Love your work and gets me pumped to work on my own stuff.
Take your time jake and i hope things get better for you soon
Great vid, Jack! I've been on a similar journey. I'm a full-stack web developer who decided to make a game. Been working on it for years. Most of that time has been spent drawing because I was NOT an artist. One thing's for sure: Making a game is easily one of the most tediously satisfying things a person can do