I've only recently started java and c++, but my advice to you would be to do the best you can - and be committed to it.

I'm just here to bring up the fact that the next wave of gaming is based around fluidity and immersion. From what I've seen, mostly on YouTube, the gaming industry has been trying to find better ways to make the player have an experience that most closely matches the experience that was intended, and have a relatively simple way of controlling this experience. I'm really excited to see what comes -- everything from the Oculus Rift to the new valve controller to iOS7. It's a lot of fun to watch on YouTube, and even from the limitations that are brought up by the fact that they are just videos, you really do feel immersed. I can't wait to try these new things out for myself!