Expedition 33
When Does a Fake World become Real Part 2
Art matters, the soul matters, and it will always be real, even as it portrays things that don’t necessarily exist.
video games
Persona 5 Royal
When Does a Fake World Become Real Part 1
It is the love we extend ourselves, giving us the permission to grow and not simply wallow in the pain, that defines us.
Hades
When Gameplay Mechanics Serve the Narrative
When they truly sing is when people realize that the story should be told not just through the writing but through the game itself
Risk of Rain
How to-and how NOT to-Make a Roguelike Final Boss
It’s a lot more fun when the final boss plays by the same rules as the rest of the game.
video games
Difficulty as Narrative
You are not meant to feel overwhelmingly powerful in these games. You’re supposed to feel like the underdog, fighting against all hope to maybe secure a better future.