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The Weird Dating Sim Business
I’ve been going to GDC – the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco – for many years now, but this year was different. Usually, I […]
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Do You Need Art School?
I have an unusual profession. When I tell people that I’m a narrative designer for video games, people usually have one of these responses: “What […]
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To Me, My X-Men Fandom
I’m ready to embark on a series of new creative projects. To develop works guided by passion and interest, as opposed to capitalism and career […]
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Embrace the Minus World
A 40-year-old Mario glitch is all I’ve been thinking about lately. That’s because there’s a cartridge in my brain labelled “Artistic Practice” and I want […]
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The Joy of Leaving Substack
The ice cream image will make sense when you finish reading the newsletter. I swear! I’m feeling overwhelmed… In a good way! Don’t worry, mom. […]
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A New Beginning and No Ending
Hello, again! đź‘‹ It’s been a few months since I’ve been in your inbox. Love what you’ve done with the place! Those “time sensitive” political […]
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I Published 100 Text Adventure Games in 4 Years
After publishing 100 text adventure games in four and a half years, I believe Adventure Snack is very much a mixed success. Not a “critical hit,” as gamers say when they roll a perfect 20, but certainly not a “failed roll.” A success, but a qualified one. Here I’ll show you, goal-by-goal, where I’ve succeeded…
đź‘‹ Hey, I’m narrative designer Geoffrey Golden!
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For the Love of the Game
Equip Story is my newsletter of self-discovery through game development. I’m Geoffrey, a narrative designer, game maker, and interactive fiction writer from Los Angeles with over 15 years experience. I’ve had commercial success working for studios like Disney, Gearbox, and Ubisoft, but I’ve always treated commercial success as the most important goal for my art. Now I’m looking for something more. →
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