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Game-Changing Storytelling: How To Integrate Narrative Elements in Mobile Games

Game Refinery

Narrative design has always been an important part of video game development, but its significance in modern-day games continues to grow as narrative elements play an important role in player engagement and retention. Rather than being tacked on, the game is presented like a visual novel, which brings the story to life.

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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Review

Keith Burgun

This explains the otherwise confusing use of the title “Remake” for a game that… isn’t(?) The side quests and smaller interactions in the game are good, those cutscenes are great. I really wish big AAA game developers would stop stretching everything as thin as possible. PRO : Barret.

Fantasy 105
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Secrets in Videogames

Keith Burgun

Before I get started, I should make it clear which context it is that I’m talking about: single player, somewhat narrative driven videogames, like RPGs or adventure games. This concept of “secret” doesn’t really make sense in a strategy game, contest, or a puzzle. The same is true for secrets in games.

Fantasy 52