Game Maker's Notebook The Narrative Design of Slay the Princess with Black Tabby Games
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Nov 25, 2024 In this engaging discussion, Abby Howard and Tony Howard-Arias, creators from Black Tabby Games, delve into their transition from graphic novels to game development. They share insights on crafting narratives with player choices in 'Slay the Princess,' tackling technical challenges, and exploring intimacy in storytelling. The duo highlights the emotional depth of character interactions and the significance of player death as a narrative tool, transforming potential failures into profound storytelling moments. Their passion for balancing artistry and gameplay shines throughout.
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Leverage Existing Skills
- Leverage existing skills like art and writing when starting game development.
- Start with simpler projects that match your current skillset and avoid complex gameplay early on.
Benefits of Early Access for Narrative
- Early access helps narrative game devs find bugs, especially in branching narratives.
- Community feedback reveals inconsistencies and technical issues faster than traditional QA.
Interpreting Player Feedback
- Players often give feedback without deep introspection on what works or doesn't.
- Developers need to interpret this feedback and discern the underlying issues with characters or scenes.