The hidden power of Symmetry in Story
John Yorke explores the importance of symmetry to great storytelling, and why the midpoint sits firmly at the heart of it.
Writing Video Games
Guide to game writing: When and why to use ‘in medias res’
In medias res can hook players instantly but can also risk disrupting that balance. Story for Video Games tutor Stuart Maine explores its benefits, challenges and when to use it.
Guide to game writing: How to write for ‘live’ video games
Why is it useful to think of your ‘living’ game as a soap opera? Stuart Maine explores the best practices and challenges for writers whose video games may run for up to a decade.
Guide to game writing: How to be a freelance writer for video games
Looking for a freelance writing gig in games? Stuart Maine explains what writing for games entails and how to approach the industry as a freelancer.
What does CPD certified really mean?
Most of our premium story training courses are certified as ‘CPD’. But what does this really mean for our trainees and their learning experience?
How do you write a game like AS DUSK FALLS?
We ask INTERIOR/NIGHT’s Caroline Marchal and Brad Kane about the writing process of their multi-protagonist interactive drama.
It’s easier than you think to create great pitch decks
If you find yourself being asked by a producer, commissioner, broadcaster or financier to deliver a super slick pitch deck, don’t panic.
What game writers should know when pitching
Every game begins with a treatment – so how do you distil a whole game into a couple of thousand words? Game designer Nick Dixon explains.
How aspiring video game writers can start out in the industry
Becoming a video game writer is on plenty of people’s to do list, but how do you actually enter into the industry? Game designer Nick Dixon explains how he started out.
