WhatCulture Gaming

Are Video Games The Greatest Storytelling Medium?

Apr 21, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Josh's MMO Gaming Experience

  • Josh shares his personal struggles with MMOs, including gameplay style and subscription cost barriers.
  • He appreciates games like Warzone that allow solo play and mentions nostalgia-driven experiences with live service games.
INSIGHT

Video Games' Storytelling Potential

  • Video games hold unique potential for storytelling with player agency and level exploration.
  • Despite this, games haven't fully matured as a storytelling medium due to commercial pressures and gameplay constraints.
ADVICE

Beware Game Completion Data

  • Avoid relying solely on completion rates for game success due to subscription models and casual players.
  • Trust that player interest varies widely; listen to dedicated fans but consider broader audience perspectives.
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