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Allegorical Distance and Its Impact on World-Building
Manage episode 442043611 series 3498549
By Kate Edwards
“Allegorical distance” is the amount of effort required for a player to perceive the real-world inspiration behind an allegory in a game. Kate Edwards gives examples of short, medium, and large allegorical distances and urges game developers to intentionally determine the distance that best serves their narrative and players.
532 episodes
Manage episode 442043611 series 3498549
By Kate Edwards
“Allegorical distance” is the amount of effort required for a player to perceive the real-world inspiration behind an allegory in a game. Kate Edwards gives examples of short, medium, and large allegorical distances and urges game developers to intentionally determine the distance that best serves their narrative and players.
532 episodes
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