It's not hard to make games in C++

C++ game development is often seen as challenging and unnecessary, but it holds significant value. The author shares personal experiences from attending game jams and developing games from scratch using C++ and OpenGL. Despite pushback and discouragement from peers, the author persisted in learning complex aspects like 3D rendering and multiplayer. The narrative underscores that while using game engines like Unity or Unreal is common, developing games in C++ can offer deeper programming knowledge and skill development. The author encourages others to explore game development in C++ and highlights its benefits and learnability.