r/gamedev

A large community for questions, feedback and discussion.

  • Free resource
  • Good for beginners
  • Jam-friendly

What it does

r/gamedev is one of the biggest online game development communities. Read the FAQ and wiki first, then join the regular feedback and screenshot threads.

Highlights

  • Beginner FAQ and wiki
  • Regular feedback threads
  • Industry discussion
  • Free to join

Is it right for me?

Skill level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Useful for
Game jams, Indie developers, Students, Hobby projects
Game jams
A good fit — quick to pick up and use under time pressure.

Pairs well with

Awesome Game Jam

Game jams

A community-curated list of tools and assets for game jams.

  • Free resource
  • Good for beginners

Brackeys

Learning

Beginner-friendly video tutorials for Unity and Godot.

  • Free resource
  • Good for beginners

Game Jam Resources

Game jams

A curated hub of resources so jammers spend more time creating.

  • Free resource
  • Good for beginners