Explore the seven-year journey of developing "Before Your Eyes," from a student project to a BAFTA award-winning multi-platform game in this 32-minute GDC 2023 Game Narrative Summit talk. Delve into writer Graham Parkes' process of crafting the game's heartbreaking narrative, examining the challenges faced during stop-and-start development and the personal growth required to bring the story to life. Gain insights into innovative game design, narrative construction, and the perseverance needed in long-term creative projects. Discover how life experiences and creative evolution shaped the experimental storytelling approach that made "Before Your Eyes" a standout title in the gaming industry.