'All my late nights of coding have paid off'

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A group of teenagers from the West have reached the final of the Bafta Young Game Designers Competition, celebrating years of late-night coding work. The young designers have progressed through a competitive selection process to join the most promising emerging talent in game development. Their achievement reflects growing opportunities for young people in the gaming industry, a sector valued for its creative and technical demands. The finalists now compete for recognition and prizes at Bafta's showcase of youth gaming innovation. The competition highlights how persistence in programming and design can open doors for teenagers pursuing careers in interactive media.