The Game Design Round Table #184: Narrative Designer Edwin McRae
Dec 8, 2017
Edwin McRae, a narrative designer, discusses the importance of narrative in game design, including world-building and character development. He also talks about his work on Path of Exile and gives advice to indie developers on hiring a narrative designer and improving storytelling. Additionally, he explores the use of interactive stories and visual novels as tools for young writers to showcase their skills.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Role of Narrative Design in the Game Industry
03:32 • 7min
Working as a Narrative Designer for Path of Exile
10:56 • 5min
The Importance of Narrative Design for Indie Games
16:05 • 12min
Creating Interactive Stories and Visual Novels: Building a Portfolio as a Writer
27:49 • 3min