Tech Department 101
People behind the department There are three sub-divisions in the Department of Tech in Agate: Programmer (Game Programmer, System Programmer, Fullstack Programmer, etc.) As a Programmer, they need to develop the game by implementing concepts into actual playable games. Engineer (DevOps Engineer, Data Engineer, QA Engineer, etc.) To be an Engineer, one needs to make […]
The Story of Agate’s Avatar
Introducing you Agate’s avatar, our R&D’s latest project consists of customizable avatar that transforms our vision into various features, art styles, and advance technology. The purpose is to create Agate’s own standard to innovate tools and techniques, research and validation, growth of improvement and learnings of new trend in the industry. The Design First layer […]
Indonesia Gaming Ecosystem: A Growing Landscape with a Promising Future
Indonesia’s game development ecosystem is rapidly growing and becoming more established, with a growing talent pool and local game development studios. However, the industry still faces challenges, such as a lack of funding and limited access to the global market. Despite these challenges, the future of Indonesia’s game development ecosystem looks promising, with potential for […]
Leaders & Specialist In The Art Department
Creativity has always been at the heart of an art department. But sometimes creativity can be too elusive and intangible to pin down. This is why the leader and the specialist are important roles in the art department. The call is to ensure all creative deliverables are well executed and align with the client’s expectations. […]
Rising above Burnout: Understanding the Problem and Finding Ways to Bounce Back
Did you know? Working in the game industry isn’t always fun and games. The people behind the games also have the same struggles as employees in other industries, including burnout. Burnout can stem from various sources, including job stress, lack of stability, and long working hours. Let’s delve deeper into this topic! What is Burnout? […]
DISC in the Workplace: Unlocking the Benefits of Different Strengths and Perspectives
Diversity is common in the workplace, but it can sometimes lead to conflict among the crews. It’s important to understand that everyone might act or react differently in a certain situation. You might wonder if only there’s a way to develop a greater understanding of our teammates, those we work with as colleagues, and those […]
Designer Story Event Recap: A Guide for Aspiring Designers
Are you an aspiring designer who wants to develop your leadership skills and level up your career? Worry not! On December 17th, 2022, our Design Director, Fandry Indrayadi, and our Associate Design Manager, Ignatius Tommy Eka Putra, provided some insightful tips at the Designer Story event. The event was held hybrid, so participants can join […]
Agate’s Internship Program: Kickstart Your Career in the Game Industry
The internship program in Agate aims to give the opportunity to students, especially those in their final year of university or people who want to experience working in the game industry. With the program, Agate offers a first-hand experience where interns can learn, work, and discuss directly with professionals in the game industry. Not just […]
Talent Development Programs: How We Support Our Crews’ Growth in Agate
In Agate, we strive to be better at growing our crews to the next level. That’s why we support our crews’ growth by providing various Talent Development programs. Let’s take a look at our programs! Performance Management To ensure we give every crew the same treatment and chances, we uphold the system of meritocracy. Meritocracy […]
Artist’s Weapon: Skills and Tools To Master
The gaming industry, a continually evolving creative field, provides many opportunities for artists to follow their passion and build successful careers. Since the gaming industry is constantly expanding, artists need to keep up with the rapidly evolving skills and tools used in the industry. What Skill Does An Artist Needs? An artist is responsible for a visual […]
