Jordan Mechner

Join Jordan Mechner, the mastermind behind Prince of Persia, Desirée Proctor, a talented writer for The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, and journalist Evan Narcisse as they dive into the art of storytelling across film, video games, and comics. They explore their creative journeys and the unique challenges of adapting narratives for different mediums. Discover valuable insights on building a diverse writing career and the importance of collaboration in shaping emotional connections through their craft.

Jordan Mechner, the visionary behind the legendary games Karateka and Prince of Persia, shares his fascinating journey from a creative undergrad at Yale to a pioneering game designer. He reveals how he taught himself essential skills in a pre-internet era and the impact of journaling on his creative process. The conversation dives into the artistry of game storytelling and the evolution of gaming narratives. Additionally, Jordan discusses his new graphic novel, Replay, which intertwines themes of war, exile, and family heritage.

Filmmaker and graphic novel artist Jordan Mechner talks about his successful video games Karateka and Prince of Persia. He discusses using rotoscoping for realism, the Last Express, his graphic novel Replay, and echoes of the past.