GICG031: What are the downsides of a job as a video game programmer?

Update: 2016-01-25

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This week's question is from Hy, who asks "I am good in math, I love coding, and I have a strong passion for gaming. So I think being a game programmer fits the best for me. I want to know what are the disadvantages? I found out that programmers have to sit in front of a computer all day, that really scares me. Any advice for me?"

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