Example Quote by Jane Jensen
“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
Source Interview: Game Development Talk, 2015
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.
