# Narrative Design: The Craft of Writing for Games

**Title**: Narrative Design: The Craft of Writing for Games

**Author**: Michael Breault

**Publisher**: CRC Press

**First Published**: 2020

**DOI**: [https://doi.org/10.1201/9780429200762](https://doi.org/10.1201/9780429200762)

**Abstract**: Narrative designers and game designers are critical to the development of digital and analog games. This book provides a detailed look at the work writers and designers perform every day on game development projects. It includes practical advice on how to break into the game industry as a writer or game designer. Readers can use the templates and detailed instructions provided here to create lively portfolios that will help open the door to jobs in the game industry.

**Key features of this book:**

• An intimate look at the workings of AAA game development from someone who has spent decades embedded on teams at well-known companies.

• An insider’s look at the game industry, including advice on breaking into the industry.

• Detailed instructions for creating a portfolio to demonstrate narrative design and game design skills to prospective employers.

• Lessons and exercises to help students develop narrative design and game design skills.

• A how-to guide for college instructors teaching classes in narrative design and game design. Detailed assignments and syllabi are included.