The fourth Dev Meets event organized by the Digital Game Design Department took place on Wednesday, December 17, featuring guest speaker Hamza Başoğlu, co-founder of Biotech Gameworks.

During the event, Başoğlu shared his experiences in founding a game company, offering valuable insights into both the creative and operational aspects of entrepreneurship in the game industry. He discussed the origin story of Biotech Gameworks and provided an in-depth look at the journey from early ideas to team building, project development, and shaping a sustainable company culture.

In the first part of the session, Hamza Başoğlu focused on the realities of company life in the game industry, addressing topics such as workflow structures, responsibility distribution, and production processes in small to mid-sized studios. He then spoke about the challenges of starting one’s own company, common mistakes made by first-time founders, and key considerations for aspiring entrepreneurs, supported by real-world examples. Drawing from his professional experience, Başoğlu emphasized the importance of team communication, motivation, and long-term vision in building a successful game studio.

Students attending the event engaged in an interactive Q&A session, asking questions about founding a game studio, entering the industry, team management, and entrepreneurship experiences.