I would say I'm a storyteller first, but game making is…
“I would say I'm a storyteller first, but game making is very wrapped up in how I think of story. If I were to have a story idea, and I decided to write a novel with it instead, I'd have to very consciously de-couple it from gamedom - for example, deliberately add in things that could not be represented in a game scene.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She prioritizes storytelling, seeing game design as a lens that shapes narrative, and must consciously separate story from gameplay when switching mediums.
In simple terms: Storytelling first, games shape it.
Key Takeaway
Separate story from game mechanics.
Themes
storytelling
game design
creative process
Mood
reflective
creative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- designing a game
- adapting story ideas
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
narrative structure
medium translation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does medium influence your narrative choices?
- What elements are lost when translating story to gameplay?
A Different Perspective
Games may limit narrative depth compared to prose.