Video Game Writing

With the full onset of winter always comes the winter blues. Not having lots of sunlight makes me cranky and apathetic in equal measure, which is not a good combination for me or anyone that has to be around me. Lately I've noticed that Logan also seems to be getting the winter blues, despite his normal aversion to sunlight, and I made it a mission to figure out something that could cheer us both up.

I've always found that being creative gets me out of my funks, and suggested to Logan that he find something creative to do, either with or without me. After a few days of thinking about what he'd like to take on, he thought it would be cool to make a video game. He's made really short games before and had a good time, so I agreed that it was a great idea.

Then he asked me if I could write it.

And I was all like

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Because of this recent occurrence, I found Nate's presentation on games as literature extra fascinating that I normally would have. Telling stories through video games is so different than what I'm used to, and I'm stoked to stretch myself in this new direction!

Just Some Stuff

Usually I come to the blog with some sort of plan, but not so much today. Because of this, I figured I'll just share with you some of the things I'm into right now.

Logan started reading the Wheel of Time series and reeeeeeeally wants to talk to me about it, so I've jumped in. So far, so good, but I'm only about half through the first book. Hopefully it continues to be good, but I'm not going to jinx it by sending praise its way too soon. (Picture credit)

I'm still playing Red Dead Redemption, sort of. I wish I were playing Red Dead, but I never have the time any more. It's especially sad because I was starting to actually do story quests when my school work picked up. Also, does anybody know where I can find this horse? (Picture credit)

I'm still plugging away on the wedding shawl, and I won't post a picture because I want to save it for a big reveal. It's great, though. Use your imagination to picture its beauty, then double that. You're close to how gorgeous it actually is.

What are you into right now?