How to get started making games?

[DaveMB]

I also just read this Gamasutra article on design that has a lot of great info. There's a lot of Ubisoft secret sauce in how they approach design in there:
Rational Design: The Core of Rayman Origins

[Slippery-Q]

Would any of you consider Source a good way to start out?

[Yngar]

I think any way that works for you is a good way to get started. I experimented with a lot of different things before I found something that clicked with me enough to make a complete game. Its less about what you use and more about just wanting to do it enough to make it work and get through the learning curve.