Why Video Games Work Better Without Narration

5 responses to “Why Video Games Work Better Without Narration”

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   D.C.

   November 1, 2011 at 4:13 pm

   I find it endearing in all the examples, I’m convinced more than ever that it should be in more games. 😀

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   Aidan

   November 1, 2011 at 6:44 pm

   This is hilarious.

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   Joshy206

   November 1, 2011 at 8:21 pm

   I was expecting a well thought out article on the issue. Both dissappointing and hilarious, this video, then 😀

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   Doraiya

   November 2, 2011 at 12:05 am

   It all depends on the game, it’s story and the context that the player’s interaction takes place within.

   RPGs with entirely constructed narratives will always work the best, as they are games that are telling you a story regardless of whether it’s through a secondary observer.

   However, as soon as you introduce elements of the game that allow the player to project their own personalities and choices in to the story, the effect is ruined, as players become the narraters themselves in these situations.

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   N0NEoftheAB0VE

   November 2, 2011 at 12:12 am

   The Gunstringer has narration and is probably the best example of the technique that I’ve seen, now to watch this video…

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