How long would it take

[David joh]

I just started C++, and i was just wondering, how long would it take, if i spent about 2 hours a day, learning C++ as much as i could, and as thoroughly as possible to learn C++ enough to make a basic indie game. Such as a platformer. Would i need to know more than just C++?

[Smac89]

I don't want to discourage you, but learning c++ all day long is not all you will need to make a game. There is a certain level of mathematics that goes into game development and you will have to make use of certain game libraries (SDL is the only one that came to mind).

Another answer by @Duoas
http://www.cplusplus.com/forum/general/3763/#msg16211