Sparking Curiosity-Driven Exploration Through Narrative in Outer Wilds
Explore narrative's role in achieving curiosity-driven exploration in 'Outer Wilds' through this 2021 Independent Games Summit session. Delve into writer and narrative designer Kelsey Beachum's examination of specific narrative design choices and their effects on player experience. Learn about defining curiosity-driven exploration, using curiosity as a driving force, and crafting a compelling gameplay loop. Discover techniques for sparking player curiosity, balancing information delivery, and investing players in the story. Examine the three levels of content, the use of surface-level text, and how story rewards exploration. Gain valuable insights into narrative design for exploration-based games and takeaways applicable to various game development projects.