Essential skills include game prototyping, level design, gameplay design, puzzle design, and knowledge of game development platforms like Unity.
Assess their portfolio for variety, conduct design challenges, and discuss their problem-solving and creative process.
Trends include a focus on diversity, mobile gaming growth, indie game innovation, VR/AR integration, and UX design emphasis.
Unity's versatility for 2D and 3D game development, extensive asset library, and supportive community make it a top choice.
Career paths range from level designer to lead game designer, with opportunities to specialize in areas like UX design or narrative development.