Sigu90 January 5, 2025, 11:22am 1Hi, Im new to this forum. So, hello!I am here because Id like to ask for advice on switching careers from archviz to real-time VFX. Im 34 and have been working as a 3D artist for archviz for about 5 years. The problem is that I dont like my job; maybe because I never studied to become an architect and I never really felt like one. But at that time, I didnt know how much there was to the world of 3D, and every day I want to quit my job because I cant stand it anymore. During my spare time, I try to study other things because I thought I wanted to learn FX for film, but after discovering real-time VFX, I fell in love with it.Honestly, I have the idea to start investing time in studying full-time and doing a mentorship because I want to learn not only how to create effects in general but also how game studios work.However, I want to learn real-time VFX in depth, and Im comfortable with the idea of spending at least 1 year to have the best chance of entering the industry. But that means Ill probably finish when Im 35.I read a post on Reddit that said there is massive ageism in the game industry. Is that true? Does age matter more than skill? It seems theres a lot of pessimism in that forum, but I prefer to ask people who are working in this industry (and in this specialization).For me, its not about money or rewards; its about doing something I enjoy out of passion (games, not only). Mostly i wont to do this for personal satisfaction. Any advice is welcome.Thank you for your attention.1 LikeManus January 5, 2025, 12:03pm 2I have a good friend that is 30 and also worked in Archviz for past 6 years or so. He started learning vfx in a free time for past year and did amazing progress! https://www.artstation.com/gabiruvfxAnd hes planning to start applying to studios soon. Though Im sure he will get it easily.I personally didnt meet with any ageism, its just a lot of people consider themselves too old to change, which is not true. I know also a VFX Artist that started at the age of 45 and got a job, so give it a try Just keep in mind its relatively hard now due to all layoffs and not as many studios hiring, but if you just learn in your free time while having other job, then you are safe! All the best to you