Kick starting a career in the creative industries takes passion and determination and as our Young BAFTA programmes show you’re never too young to start chasing your dreams. So, as 2025 marks 15 years of BAFTA Young Game Designers we’re looking back at the lasting impact of the programme.
Since 2010, the YGD competition has given young people passionate about games the chance to showcase their talent and kickstart their dream careers. Whether they’ve got a great idea for a new game concept or are a whizz at making games, YGD is the place for young people aged 10-18 to get creative and embrace their imagination.
By impressing the judges with their design, creativity and the suitability of their game on their chosen platform, winners get access to exclusive mentoring and masterclasses from industry experts. They’re also welcomed into a unique network of YGD alumni of aspiring game designers and makers. As the winners of 2025’s competition have been announced, it’s the perfect time to catch up with some previous YGD finalists and winners who have made their dreams of working in the games industry a reality.