Game Writing Narrative Skills for Videogames

Name: Game Writing Narrative Skills for Videogames
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ISBN: 9781584504900

ISBN-10: 1584504900

ISBN-13: 9781584504900

Edition: 2007

Authors: Chris Bateman

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As computer games become more and more like Hollywood productions, the need for good story lines increases. Research shows that stories are highly valued by game players, so today?s studios and developers need good writers. Game Writing: Narrative Skills for Videogames is the first book written to demystify this emerging field. Through the insights and experiences of practicing game writers, this unique collection of practical articles provides the foundations to the craft of games writing. The articles detail aspects of the process from the basics of narrative and non-linear narrative to writing comedy for games and creating compelling characters. Throughout the articles there is a strong…

Book details

List price: $39.95
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Charles River Media
Publication date: 7/3/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 336
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.25" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.496
Language: English

Chris Bateman is Managing Director of International Hobo, a specialist company in the field of market-oriented game design and narrative, and a noted game designer and writer. His games include Discworld Noir, Ghost Master and, Bratz: Rock Angels. He sits on the executive panel of the IGDA Game Writersï¿½ special interest group, and is also co-author of 21st Century Game Design.




Introduction to Game Narrative




The Basics of Narrative




Game Writing




Non-Linear Game Narrative




Follow the Golden Path-Keeping the Player on Track




Creating Compelling Characters




Shadow Boxes and Pretty Pictures




Writing Comedy for Games




Writing for Licenses




The Needs of the Audience




Beware of the Localization




Adding Magi: The Voice Actors




Interchangeable Dialogue Audio




Dialogue Engines



Index