I'm the lead developer for a game called Goon World. An NDA has been signed so I can't say too much. The project's split into two, 3d version and a browser based version. I am working solely on the browser based project. I've been given the opportunity to write the design document which details how the game will actually play. This is separate from writing the code, I'm talking about the actual dynamics of the game, how it will look, how you get money, methods of transport etc. I am not getting paid for this work at the moment and there is a chance I never will. The contract is 'Profit Share', which basically means you get paid when the game makes money. The risk is spending an awful lot of time working on something which ends up down the pan. I'm telling you about this now as it's the kinda thing that is presented to us all everyday. My decision to take on this role lies with me today. I don't know if I'll accept or decline, I'm looking forward to seeing what happens.

And remember,

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.