

Creating Diverse Characters in Video Games with Jaclyn Seto and Christal Rose Hazelton
Jul 22, 2024
Join writers Jaclyn Seto, known for her work on diverse characters, and Christal Rose Hazelton, an advocate for inclusive narratives in gaming, as they explore the art of character development. They discuss the unique challenges of writing for live service games like Apex Legends, the importance of diverse voices in the writers' room, and how fan fiction influences lore. The conversation dives deep into breaking stereotypes and the need for authenticity in representing characters from varied backgrounds.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Navigating the Game Writing Landscape
04:00 • 9min
Navigating Live Service Storytelling
13:12 • 11min
The Art of Character Development in Video Games
24:08 • 13min
Navigating Diversity in Character Creation
36:48 • 26min
Authenticity in Character Representation
01:02:42 • 11min
Navigating Cultural Representation in Video Game Character Development
01:13:50 • 4min