Humanities

Video Games as Literature

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    6. Discussing Gameplay and Storytelling
    A lesson with The Game Professor
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    Explore how simple gameplay can complement a complex story, and how complex gameplay can be successful devoid of a story in this lesson on video game critique.

    Explore how simple gameplay can complement a complex story, and how complex gameplay can be successful devoid of a story in this lesson on video game critique.

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    7. Storytelling in Open World Games
    A lesson with The Game Professor
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    In this lesson, learn about the three types of open worlds with The Game Professor, including how each world differs, and pros and cons of each type.

    In this lesson, learn about the three types of open worlds with The Game Professor, including how each world differs, and pros and cons of each type.

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    8. Exploring Art Games
    A lesson with The Game Professor
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    Appreciate art games in this lesson with The Game Professor, including literary analyses of Loneliness, Loved, The Majesty of Color, and Passage.

    Appreciate art games in this lesson with The Game Professor, including literary analyses of Loneliness, Loved, The Majesty of Color, and Passage.

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    9. Romance in Video Games
    A lesson with The Game Professor
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    Gain insight into why romance isn't usually a central force in video games, and how design mechanics come into play to make romantic relationships more real.

    Gain insight into why romance isn't usually a central force in video games, and how design mechanics come into play to make romantic relationships more real.

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    10. Critique of Beyond Good & Evil | Pt 1
    A lesson with The Game Professor
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    Learn why Beyond Good and Evil didn't receive the attention it deserved, and how combining fun gameplay and deep storytelling make this game a masterpiece.

    Learn why Beyond Good and Evil didn't receive the attention it deserved, and how combining fun gameplay and deep storytelling make this game a masterpiece.

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Josiah S
You can tell from your voice that you really love games, and that makes me feel real passion too. Keep it up!
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Andy G
I really enjoy your thoughtful analysis of art and literature within games. You are eloquent, articulate and funny to boot. Great job!
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