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Building game worlds with creative lifehacks from the field of writing

Game Developer

Lifehacks from writing can provide valuable insights. Sometimes, especially with new releases, we need to build entire worlds from scratch. We share a practical creative algorithm for any project!

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The Ups and Downs of Game Writing Programs

Game Developer

My experiences with different writing programs while working on a game’s narrative.

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How to write a Game Design Document

Game Developer

Here's how to write a useful, up-to-date GDD. Game Design Documents (GDD) have a long history and a different place in many designers' toolboxes.

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Book Excerpt: The Game Writing Guide

Game Developer

Read the first chapter of this debut book on the ins and outs of getting onto the games narrative career path.

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One lesson from 10 years of writing for Game Developer

Game Developer

Bryant's must-read lesson from the last decade: don't worship idols to find meaning in yourself.

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'We write good stuff in the pub:' the comedy first approach to Thank Goodness You're Here

Game Developer

The duo behind Thank Goodness You're Here chat about the challenges that come with creating an entire city filled with silly people and funny things to do.

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How to give better feedback in game writing (and beyond)

Game Developer

Narrative designers Alexa Ray Corriea and Lis Moberly want to help you give better feedback to your creative collaborators.

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