Category: Games
Worldbuilding Magic: Captivating Details That Bring Stories to Life
In storytelling, worldbuilding starts with the big picture—the grand setting that shapes your narrative. But a world truly comes to life in its details: the people, places, objects, and names that give it depth and texture. Details Matter I learned this firsthand when staging a children’s play set in a theme park. We had the… Read more
The Metaphor of the Sword of Light
In Parable Stone, the Sword of Light symbolizes the transformative power of scripture. This central metaphor shapes both the game’s narrative and mechanics. It illustrates how God’s Word equips believers to navigate challenges, overcome darkness, and grow in faith. Scripture as the Sword of Light For followers of Christ, the Bible is a cornerstone of… Read more
The Game Experience is the Experience
Video games offer an experience unlike any other medium. When a game experience causes a player to reflect on their own faith and life choices, it becomes something uniquely powerful. At first, I saw the gaming experience as a gateway to the “real” experience—something like a stepping stone. Much like with curriculum design or the… Read more