The Corner of Story and Game

Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game ! Today, I am thrilled to welcome Joshua Rubin back. Joshua has an impressive two-decade-long career in film, television, video games, and XR, and he's here to share his insights on the craft of storytelling across various mediums. We'll explore Joshua's love for classic comic books and his journey into writing comics, including the unique challenges an...

In this exciting episode of The Corner of Story and Game , we welcome Yuri Guzon Mainka, a talented Narrative Designer at Inflexion Games. We delve into the fascinating topic of the "Lens of Imagination," a concept from The Art of Game Design by Jesse Schell that explores how storytelling and player engagement intersect in video games. Yuri shares his journey from a young gamer in Brazil to a narr...

Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game ! Join me for an insightful conversation with Gregory A. Wilson , acclaimed author of the Gray Assassin Trilogy . We will delve into his journey from writing dark fantasy novels to developing them into an immersive tabletop role-playing game. In this episode, we explore: Gregory's Origin Story : Discover how his upbringing as the son of an English profe...

The Lenses of Game Design: Part 15 Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Corner of Story and Game! This week, I’m thrilled to have Willem Delventhal join us to discuss the intriguing topic of The Lens of Time from "The Art of Game Design." Willem is a seasoned game designer and founder of the Indie Game Academy. In this episode, we dive deep into how the concept of time can shape gamepla...

Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game ! In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back the incredible Susan O’Connor, a veteran game writer and narrative designer behind some of gaming's most iconic titles, including BioShock , Far Cry , and Tomb Raider . Join us as we explore the evolution of narrative design, its core responsibilities, and the essential skills aspiring designers need t...

Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game ! In this episode, we welcome Sam Cast , a passionate storyteller who loves game writing and narrative design. Sam, who is currently transitioning into this field, shares his journey from early gaming influences like Pokemon and Skyrim to taking the plunge into writing and game development. This episode dives deep into: Sam’s gaming origin story and how...

The Lenses of Game Design: Part 14 Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game ! After a summer break from our Lens series, we're excited to return with a deep dive into the Lens of the Venue from Jesse Schell’s The Art of Game Design . No more cramming four lenses into one episode—we’re taking our time to explore the lenses in detail. This week, I'm thrilled to welcome Aoife Gleeson, a renowned...

Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game ! In this captivating episode, we’re thrilled to host Andrea Saravia Peréz, a multilingual narrative designer whose expertise in emergent narratives has shaped some of the most engaging experiences in video gaming. Andrea shares her journey from a passion for storytelling to a career influencing game narratives and delves deep into the concept of emerge...

Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game ! In this episode, we're joined by the brilliant Ruty Rutenberg, a game writer and producer with a rich history in AAA and tabletop projects. Ruty delves into his theory of Mavericks vs. Mandarins—two distinct paths creatives take in the industry. 🔍 Highlights: Ruty’s journey from a gaming enthusiast to a seasoned industry expert Definitions and im...

The Art of Tie-In Fiction with Jennifer Brozek Welcome back to another engaging episode of The Corner of Story and Game ! This week, we’re thrilled to be joined by the exceptionally talented Jennifer Brozek, an award-winning author, editor, and media tie-in writer. Jennifer has made her mark with compelling narratives in both original fiction and tie-in worlds, including notable works like Never L...

Welcome, fellow adventurers, to another enchanting episode of The Corner of Story and Game ! Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by the incredibly talented Kat Richardson. Renowned for her captivating Greywalker series and the acclaimed sci-fi novel Blood Orbit (written under the name K. R. Richardson), Kat brings a wealth of experience and creativity to our conversation. In this episode, we dive d...

Welcome to another episode of "The Corner of Story and Game"! Join us as we embark on an insightful journey with Jason Bulmahn, the Director of Games at Paizo Inc. and a renowned game design consultant. With his extensive experience in both tabletop RPGs and board games, Jason offers a deep dive into the narrative strategies that define these different formats. In this episode, we explor...

Welcome, fellow adventurers, to another exciting episode of "The Corner of Story and Game." We’re thrilled to have Raven Oak joining us! Raven is an award-winning SF/F author and artist whose journey weaves through captivating narratives and vibrant gaming communities. From their acclaimed novels like Amaskan’s Blood to their upcoming memoir Voices Carry , Raven's work reflects their...

Get ready for an exciting journey into the heart of GenCon with our latest episode featuring the incredibly talented Mark Meer ! Known for his iconic roles in the Mass Effect series and his vibrant presence in the world of improv and live play, Mark joins us once again to discuss his upcoming adventures at this year’s convention. In this special episode, recorded and edited last minute to catch th...

Gen Con is only a few days away now, and I was lucky enough to get at least one more guest in the studio to talk about the big convention. Today it's our old friend, Jim Zub! Jim is best known for his work in the comic book industry, which he has been creating since he self-published Makeshift Miracle in 2001. Over the past 21 years, he has created a vast library of titles ranging from creator...

Gen Con is racing towards us, and I have a couple more convention-related interviews in the can, so let's keep rolling! This time, Richard Dansky is returning to the mic. Richard is a distinguished Franchise Narrative Director at Crytek, renowned for his exceptional contributions to game narrative and worldbuilding. We are going to explore his history and involvement with the big show. So plea...

Welcome back, wanderer. Ever wonder how to make a game's narrative keep working even after the players, or the writers, have completely screwed it up - like killing off a main character? Well, today's guest has some thoughts. Meet Lucas Loredo, a writer and narrative designer currently working at WolfEye Studios as the narrative lead for the main storyline on Weird West! If anyone knows ab...

Welcome back, wanderer. We're shaking things up a bit here! With Gen Con just around the corner, I've snagged some time with folks deeply involved in the event. First in line is Matt Forbeck! Matt is an award-winning author and game designer renowned for his ongoing contributions to the Marvel Multiverse Role-Playing Game. With a rich history at Gen Con spanning many years, he's brimmi...

The Lenses of Game Design: Part 13 Welcome back, wanderer. Today, we delve deeper into the art of game design with our esteemed guest, Alan Moore. Alan is an Emmy Award-winning writer and narrative designer, celebrated for his work across over 250 games at Cartoon Network and beyond. His expertise spans from revitalizing established franchises to crafting innovative narratives for new IPs. Join us...

Welcome back, wanderer. Today, we're joined by Emily Leonick. With seven years of experience in the gaming and tech industries, Emily is a seasoned Narrative Game Producer and Content Strategist known for her exceptional storytelling prowess and project management skills. Join us as we explore 'The Resurgence of Text-Based Games and Visual Novels' and uncover the evolving landscape of...

Welcome back, wanderer. Today, we're once again joined by Brady Sadler, a prolific author, game writer, and designer whose creative journey has been profoundly shaped by the power of music. From his immersive board games to the rich fantasy worlds of his novels like "The Withered Roots" and "Relic Myers and The Rhythms of Ruin," Brady intertwines melody and narrative to wea...

Welcome back, wanderer. Today, we're diving into the world of video game development and advocacy for smaller studios. Joining us is Madison Côté, a seasoned professional in marketing, communications, and the gaming industry. Madison wears multiple hats, from her role as Executive Director at Interactive Arts Alberta to her work as a Marketing and Business Development Consultant. She's als...

Welcome back, wanderer. In this episode I sit back down with Scott Rogers to discuss the hard-earned lessons he has learned working in games, and the even harder-earned lessons he has learned from teaching other designers! With a rich background spanning video games, board games, VR, and even theme park experiences, Scott's insights will surely enlighten and inspire. He has been a Disney Imagi...

The Lenses of Game Design: Part 12 Welcome back, wanderer. Today, we're diving into the intricate world of game design lenses with our guest, Stephen Pero. Stephen wears many hats, serving as the Technical Narrative Lead at Small Loan Studio, as well as a Writer and Senior Editor at Industry Intelligence Inc. He's also an alumnus of both the Indie Game Academy's Level 3 Video Game Desi...

Welcome back, wanderer. Today, we're joined by Emmett Furey, a seasoned writer, narrative designer, and transmedia producer. Emmett’s background includes impressive work such as Niantic's mobile game Ingress, writing for a live stream RPG series on Geek & Sundry Alpha, and serving as an instructor in the Screenwriting Department at the New York Film Academy. This conversation focuses o...