Have you guys ever done game jams? I do them periodically to keep my skills sharpened and to push myself to make quick release projects every so often. Just in case if you don't know what a game jam is, it's a competition that puts a time limit on the making of a full game. Sometimes they are 24hr or 48hrs but the ones I like to join are usually 2 weeks to a month those feel more do able with a busy lifestyle! If you never done one and are feeling up for a challenge give it a try!
@Andrew Matzureff That's amazing! Hey, it starts with an identity change. Titling yourself something doesn't mean you are good at it! If you attempt to make and work on games, you ARE a game designer!