Tag: game storytelling
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Is it okay for video games to be this good? Developers share their favorite games of the year
Why the year’s games sparked more talk than usual As the year wraps up, the gaming community often leans on lists and awards to crown the standout titles. This year, a different voice joins the conversation: the people who actually build the games. We asked a diverse group of developers to share their favorite games…
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How Super Mario Bros. Shaped Hideo Kojima’s Career and Kojima Productions
Introduction: A formative spark When industry icon Hideo Kojima speaks about his beginnings, listeners often hear more than a personal origin story. They hear the fundamental forces that nudged a developer toward a career that would redefine storytelling in video games. In a recent revelation, Kojima pointed to a singular title—Super Mario Bros.—as a pivotal…