A lot of people asked us why 'Journey' didn't let them play with friends or family, and obviously we had a reason… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
'Journey' is a way for us to explore the crossing, the intersection of our lives between each other. — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
We are all born alone and die alone. The loneliness is definitely part of the journey of life. — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
For 'Journey' to create a sense of smallness and a sense of awe will encourage the players to be together and exchange… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
The struggle we went through in the last year of 'Journey' was pretty insane, and I think that is also why, when… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
'Cloud' and 'Flower' are very much egocentric about my own expression. 'Flow' is more utilitarian, and 'Journey' is more about collaboration between… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
'Journey' was very much inspired by Joseph Campbell's work for 'The Hero's Journey,' but, from among his works, I like 'The Power… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
With 'Journey,' we created an emotional arc for two different scenarios. So, if you play alone, it's a good game. You have… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
I always thought if I was born 2000 years earlier, I would be a monk, probably carving a monastery or some giant pantheon buildings. — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
Every artist wants his or her work to connect with someone. I think that's why people make art. — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
There are many sides of the urban life that I dislike, but there are many sides I am deeply in love with and attached… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
What I find the most interesting about games is the feeling of accomplishment. I think this is an emotion that cinema can't do and… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
I think "artistic" simply means there's more of the creator in the thing. Whether it's painting or song or movie or game, the creator… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
The girl has to be, you know, "the man," who is going to take care of everybody. — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
When people see success, particularly investors, they are much more willing to invest in artistic projects. — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
What I want to try to prove is that artistic games, when done properly, can still be a commercial success. By doing that, I… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
When we approach games, we're always emotional-focused, so if a free-to-play business model works against the emotion, we won't use it. If it actually… — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
