Theres going to be like 1 at most of the people on this forum becoming a "game designer"
And its probably Packer
I dont even think GAME DESIGNER is a job. What do you mean by that? Are you modelling a tree? Are you making the menu buttons? Youre sure as hell not going to be making entire games by yourself and getting paid. Its just like if I posted about wanting to be a neurosurgeon.
I'll agree "game designer" is the wrong term for anyone to be using. But I'm not sure it's fair to speculate who or how many people will become what.
@italics
There is indy development, but to go anywhere with that you need a boat load of determination, some serious ambition, and be willing to give up some good nights sleep. And even then you better not quit your day job.