Tag: video games
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Beyond Survival: Music, Cybertext, and Paratext in “The Last of Us. A Three-Part Series
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in Academia, Anthropology, augmented reality, choose your own adventure, creativewriting, critical analysis, Culture, digital communities, digital humanities, digital storytelling, Dissertation, dramaturgy, existentialist, fan studies, fantasy, film review, film studies, flash fiction, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, game based learning, game design, game development, game Ideas, game review, game studies, game writing, game-based learning, games, gaming, Globalization, horror, interactive fiction, internet lore, literary fiction, literary nonfiction, Ludology, narrative design, Narratology, performance studies, psychology, ritual, Road Trip, sci fi, scicomm, science fiction, screenwriting, spirituality, storytelling, user research, videogames, writingUnveiling the Hidden Depths of ‘The Last of Us’: A Journey Through its Storytelling Mastery . Welcome to a deep dive into the universe of “The Last of Us,” a landmark in narrative storytelling and a seminal work in the realm of video games. This series explores the intricate layers of its storytelling, gameplay, and…
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Daily Reading: Naming Conventions, and the 362,880 permutations of tic-tac-toe. On Screenwriting, Character Arcs, and Game Design
This morning, we’re exploring two significant concepts: the importance of good naming conventions in various creative domains, from scriptwriting to coding, and the astonishing multitude of possibilities within a simple tic-tac-toe game—precisely 362,880 possibilities! Imagine the potential for branching narratives here. In fact, this sparks an idea – what if we could craft a game…
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Inspiration: Bryce Mattie. Exploring the Pioneering Work of a Media Scholar and Games Studies Expert + TEDx Talk on the Activism of Play
Discover the groundbreaking work of Bryce Mattie, a media scholar and games studies expert, in this comprehensive article. Explore her contributions to game studies, media analysis, and her notable publications. Dive into the profound impact she’s had on our understanding of digital gaming and media representation.
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A Midsummer Night’s Maze: Interactive Fiction and Narrative Design
Possible video game plot and summary for an interactive fiction based on “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”: Title: “A Midsummer Night’s Maze” Synopsis In the magical land of Athens, four young lovers are caught in a love triangle, each pining for the affection of the other. At the same time, a group of mischievous fairies and…
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Game Design Certification: Check!
Check this out on LinkedIn Learning: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/certificates/67803ea59db32bc736dc490977f9850e1ce458e8838ee2b74d6b7af138c088a7
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Top 5 Hidden Gems from Diverse Backgrounds | Gaming Beyond Borders
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in Anthropology, asian studies, Chinese folklore, Chinese literature, comparative literature, Culture, digital communities, digital humanities, digital storytelling, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, game based learning, game design, game development, game Ideas, game review, game studies, game writing, game-based learning, games, gaming, japanese folklore, japanese literature, japanese mythology, japanese video games, japanese videogames, Ludology, narrative design, Narratology, popular culture, Popular Culture Studies, shinto, storytelling, Travel, videogames, virtual reality, visual novel, worldbuilding, writing🎮 Explore Gaming’s Cultural Tapestry 🌍 Discover 5 hidden gem video games from around the world that offer unique cultural experiences. Dive into diverse narratives, from China to South America, and broaden your gaming horizons. 🌟🌏 #VideoGames #CulturalDiversity #HiddenGems #GlobalGaming #GamingWorldTour