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The Power of Pride and Accomplishment in Video Games
Video games provide a sense of pride and accomplishment that other forms of media cannot replicate, as they allow players to experience a feeling of real accomplishment that is internal to the game. The process of game development involves programming, art, design, quest and system design, and level design.
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Todd Howard's best day involves playing and problem-solving Star Field with his team of developers, brainstorming solutions for specific details, and making tangible progress on the game's build.
2:23:00 - 2:25:22 (02:22)
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Todd Howard's best day involves playing and problem-solving Star Field with his team of developers, brainstorming solutions for specific details, and making tangible progress on the game's build.
ChapterThe Power of Pride and Accomplishment in Video Games
Episode#342 – Todd Howard: Skyrim, Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout, and Starfield
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The development of a video game involves various roles such as programming, art, design, quest writing, system designing and level designing.
2:25:22 - 2:27:04 (01:42)
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The development of a video game involves various roles such as programming, art, design, quest writing, system designing and level designing. Every member of the team plays a part in bringing millions of hours of happiness to people who play the game.
ChapterThe Power of Pride and Accomplishment in Video Games
Episode#342 – Todd Howard: Skyrim, Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout, and Starfield
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Video games provide a sense of pride and accomplishment that cannot be found in other forms of media, in addition to evoking emotions such as fear, excitement, anger, and loneliness through design.
2:27:04 - 2:28:54 (01:49)
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Video games provide a sense of pride and accomplishment that cannot be found in other forms of media, in addition to evoking emotions such as fear, excitement, anger, and loneliness through design.
ChapterThe Power of Pride and Accomplishment in Video Games
Episode#342 – Todd Howard: Skyrim, Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout, and Starfield
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Video games can provide an escape for players to become someone more powerful than themselves, increasing confidence and offering a new perspective.
2:28:54 - 2:30:26 (01:32)
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Video games can provide an escape for players to become someone more powerful than themselves, increasing confidence and offering a new perspective. They can also provide a sense of accomplishment that may be difficult to find in real life, especially for young people.
ChapterThe Power of Pride and Accomplishment in Video Games
Episode#342 – Todd Howard: Skyrim, Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout, and Starfield
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The key to having a successful career or life is to find something you love so much that it doesn't feel like a job, and to not underestimate yourself or be discouraged by failure, according to a legendary game designer.
2:30:26 - 2:33:54 (03:27)
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The key to having a successful career or life is to find something you love so much that it doesn't feel like a job, and to not underestimate yourself or be discouraged by failure, according to a legendary game designer. Although he faced struggles and doubts himself, he persevered by staying committed to his passions.