Death Quote by David Cage
“Working on 'Beyond,' I try to give an explanation to death that's different from the explanation religions have to give. So I made up my own story around all this and how life and death and souls work.”
About This Quote
Source Video Game: Beyond: Two Souls, 2013
The creator offers a personal, non‑religious narrative about death, life, and souls, contrasting it with traditional religious explanations.
In simple terms: A new story about death and souls, not based on religion.
Key Takeaway
Consider alternative perspectives on mortality.
Themes
death
spirituality
storytelling
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- designing a game
- discussing mortality with friends
- creating art about death
Key Concepts
existentialism
afterlife
personal myth
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your own story change your view of death?
- What elements of religion do you keep or discard?
A Different Perspective
Religious narratives may still dominate personal beliefs.
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