This summer, The New York Times is publishing essays by its critics about the moments or works that prompted them to write about the arts, along with stories from readers about their own epiphanies. Previously we heard from readers who work in television, classical music, dance and pop music.
Next week, Chris Suellentrop will write about what set him on the path toward becoming a video games critic for The Times. We want to hear from video game professionals about what inspired their careers.
Whether you’re a programmer, a graphic designer, a professional gamer, an e-sports commentator, a video game music composer, a marketing executive, a game reviewer or any other professional in video games, we want to hear about the video game or related experience that led you to dedicate yourself to the art form.
Please submit a comment below describing what you do and how a video game experience led you to your career. Keep submissions under 250 words.
We will present some of your stories alongside Mr. Ratliff’s essay. We look forward to reading about your video game inspirations.
