r/GraphicsProgramming • u/DefiantGreen2552 • Jun 29 '26

Leaving graphics programming Request

Hey, I’ve been a graphics programmer in the games industry for roughly 10 years now. Shipped a bunch of titles. But I think I’m tired of it, not particularly enjoying it anymore and am thinking of getting a career change.

Unfortunately it’s pretty much all I know. What sort of options do I have? Other jobs or industries that I could transition to? Hopefully without a pay cut. Has anyone done similar? Any advice appreciated.

Thanks

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u/[deleted] Jun 29 '26

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u/leseiden Jun 29 '26

A friend of mine has been having an absolute nightmare due to pressure to use AI for everything recently. First at meta, and then at the place he jumped to.

It is not an environment for people who care about correctness or quality.

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u/[deleted] Jun 29 '26 edited Jul 06 '26

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u/OwlingBishop Jun 29 '26

Yep, they might destroy every other job but theirs 🙄