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Judas, Writing and Narrative in Games with Bioshock Creator Ken Levine
Oct 9, 2023
Ken Levine, legendary creator of Bioshock and the upcoming Judas, discusses his journey into game writing, the pressure of following up Bioshock's success, tackling complex narratives, avoiding arrogance, the influence of Looking Glass and films on storytelling, balancing content for oneself and the audience, AI tools in writing, the value of innovation in game development, and the challenges and responsibilities of game development.
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- Feedback and iteration are essential in game development for growth and improvement.
- Avoiding repetition and embracing experimentation is crucial when creating follow-ups to successful games like Bioshock.
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The Origins of a Creative
In this podcast episode, Ken Levine, co-founder and creative director of Ghost Story Games, shares his early experiences in writing and playwriting, discussing how a childhood passion for storytelling led him to a career in game development.
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