Archive - How To Write a Game

How to Develop the Best Ideas for Your Game’s Story

One of the most important tricks to coming up with great ideas is to start brainstorming bad ones.

Dec 10 •

August 2024

A Very Special Announcement

Self-reflection has lead to a revelation.

Aug 7 •

July 2024

How to Write the Perfect Story

Understand what makes a perfect story and how to write one yourself.

Jul 31 •

June 2024

How to Write a Call to Action for Your Game’s Social Media Post

Effectively encourage viewers to do what matters most to your game's marketing strategy.

Jun 25 •

May 2024

How to Direct Your Game’s Voice Actors

Guest writer and experienced voice director Nicholas Kraak breaks down what you should and shouldn't do when directing voice actors.

May 20 •

April 2024

How to Start Writing Your Story

Writing doesn't have to be scary. Here are five methods to make it easier to start writing your game's story.

Apr 23 •

March 2024

How To Write a Video Game Slogan

Slogans are really unique, cool, and low-risk marketing tools. Let's dive into what they are, what the best ones have in common, and how to write yours.

Mar 19 •

February 2024

How To Write a Video Game With a Silent Protagonist

What are the pros and cons of silent protagonists and how do you write one?

Feb 23 •

December 2023

New Year's Resolution: Embrace Limitations to Enhance Your Story

Obstacles and limitations can actually be wonderful gifts. Also, an update on the future of HTWG.

Dec 29, 2023 •

November 2023

How To Pick a Great Name for Your Game

Your game's title is more important than you might think. Here are five ingredients for a great game name and how you can create yours.

Nov 22, 2023 •

October 2023

How To Move the Plot Forward

To keep players' interest, every scene of a story should push the plot forward—or should it?

Oct 13, 2023 •

September 2023

How To Tell Your Video Game’s Story

Video games offer many ways to convey a story, but each method has benefits and drawbacks. How should you tell your game's story?

Sep 15, 2023 •

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