Game Writing: Storytelling through Video Game Design

Write and design your own games; develop ideas, character and plot to create a compelling storyworld. (Made with Unity).

Created by: Jenny Hide
Indie/Freelance Game Developer

Created by: Gwen Davies
Freelance Writer

What Will I Learn?

• Write and design games.
• Understand what’s unique about writing for games.
• How to create in-depth gameworlds.
• What contributes to a memorable narrative.
• How story is conveyed through games.
• How to develop your idea from conception through to story.

Requirements

• Your preferred writing tools!
• A desire to entertain through story and games.
• Willingness to explore ideas and exercise your imagination!

Target audience

• Game designers and Indie game developers wanting to integrate captivating story in their own games.
• Aspiring and professional writers looking to develop stories in the context of games.
• Game enthusiasts who are curious about storytelling in games.