August Quote by Erik Wolpaw
“In defense of games, I want to point out that the writing in plays, including everything by August Strindberg and The Lion King, is 100% pure crap. So we're doing better than they are even though they have the benefit of mostly not being about space marines.”
About This Quote
The author criticizes the quality of writing in games and stage plays, claiming many are subpar compared to other media.
In simple terms: Games and plays often have weak writing.
Seek higher narrative standards.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- game development
- playwriting
- critical review
- audience expectation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can writers improve storytelling in games?
- What makes a play’s script compelling?
Even with flaws, games can excel in other aspects.