In this course, you will enhance your creative writing and critical analysis skills by exploring how video games use narrative to captivate and motivate their players. You will uncover the unique aspects that set games apart from other storytelling media and learn how games manipulate narrative elements such as plot, setting, character, and conflict. Through evaluating the logical consistency and emotional complexity of story-driven games, you will produce writing samples showcasing your ability to craft an engaging narrative, whether in collaboration or independently. Apart from analyzing titles like The Last of Us, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, and Firewatch, you are required to complete one game of your choice by the end of the semester and participate in the class discussion on various game studies and reviews. 

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 15

Prerequisites: None.

Distribution Requirements: LL - Language and Literature

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Not Offered; Spring

Notes: Mandatory Credit/Non Credit.