As games have gone mainstream, so too has the industry that produces them. Even island nations like Ireland are taking note of the change. Whereas before talented students heading off to university would aim to become a doctor or lawyer, today’s promising youth can opt to become game programmers and designers or even Irish dancers. Schools like the Carlow Institute of Technology now offer a degree in computer games. Students have the chance to study a program of interest along with others as fanatical about the subject as they are. No longer are gamers merely rationalized as closeted “nerds” who lack the social skills and graces, for the entire evolutionary leap from avid gamer to big time game maker has become more cosmopolitan. Don’t be surprised to hear little Jimmy say he aims to be a gamer (for pay) when he grows up. Be proud, he might be leading the next revolution.

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