Planning to Move to Japan for Game Development

Hi everyone,

I'm currently based in Pakistan and recently completed my Bachelor's in Computer Science. I'm aiming to eventually move to Japan to work and settle there, and I would love some feedback on my plan to see if it's realistic and what pitfalls I should watch out for.

Here’s my current roadmap:

Step 1 (Now): Work in Pakistan for the next 2 years to gain experience and save money. I’ll likely be doing software-related work or something adjacent to game development to strengthen my profile.

Step 2 (In 2 years): Apply for a Master’s degree in Game Development in Japan. I'm looking into programs like the one at Tokyo University of Technology (or any other recommended Game Dev-focused university).

Step 3 (During those 2 years): Study Japanese on the side with a goal of reaching JLPT N4 or N3 level before applying, and continue improving while studying in Japan.

Step 4 (After Master's): Apply for a job in the Japanese game industry, and ideally work long-term, eventually applying for Japanese nationality if everything works out.

My questions:

1. How feasible is this plan in terms of visas, education, and job prospects?

2. Is N4 or N3 enough to get started, or should I aim for N2 earlier?

3. Are there any scholarships or funding options I should look into besides MEXT?

4. How competitive is the job market for foreigners in the game dev field?

5. Would I be better off switching fields to get into the Japanese Industry?

Would really appreciate any advice, resources, or reality checks from people who’ve taken a similar path!

Thanks in advance!