Kaitlin Tremblay

Kaitlin Tremblay, a talented video game writer and narrative director, dives into the meaningful interactions we have with death through gaming. She discusses how games like A Mortician's Tale and Ambrosia Sky facilitate emotional growth and contemplation of mortality. Tremblay shares insights on how these narratives spark important conversations about loss and life, revealing the therapeutic potential of gaming. Her reflections challenge us to rethink mortality's role in interactive storytelling, making death a surprisingly uplifting topic.

Kaitlin Tremblay, a writer and narrative designer in the games industry, offers a close reading of Life is Strange through identity, grief, and choice. She explores Max Caulfield as the sum of possible selves. Discussion covers the game’s YA roots, queer romance, soundtrack and the rewind mechanic’s role in empathy and ethical decision making.