Any Quote by Tim Schafer
“Before 'Final Fantasy VII,' I would have told you that I had zero interest in RPGs with turn-based combat. But that game was so well done, I didn't care what genre it was. Any genre can be done poorly or done well.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Game Developers Conference, 2005
A well-crafted game can transcend genre preferences, showing that execution matters more than mechanics.
In simple terms: Good games win over genre bias.
Key Takeaway
Judge games by quality, not genre.
Themes
gaming
creativity
quality
genre
perception
Mood
enthusiastic
reflective
Type
inspirational
analytical
When to use this quote
- choosing a game
- evaluating a game
- discussing game design
Key Concepts
design
player experience
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you recall a game that changed your genre opinion?
- How does execution affect your enjoyment?
A Different Perspective
Not all games can overcome poor design despite effort.
