Computer Writing: Game Writing

Learn how to craft compelling game narratives including dialogue, cutscene scripts, in-game text, lore, and character bios.

Narrative Design

Understand the broader role of a narrative designer to structure stories across gameplay, align player choices, pacing, and gameplay mechanics with storytelling.

Interactive Learning

Engage with interactive modules that simulate real-world game writing scenarios and challenges.

Turn Your Love of Storytelling Into a Career in Games

Learn How to Craft Stories That Players Don’t Just Read—They Play Have you ever dreamed of writing for video games? Want to build branching narratives, design emotional story arcs, and create dialogue that reacts to the player’s choices? Then this course is for you. Game Writing & Narrative Design is a deep-dive into the art and business of interactive storytelling—where your words don’t just live on a page, they shape the game itself. Whether you’re an aspiring screenwriter, novelist, or lifelong gamer, this course will give you the tools, templates, and techniques you need to break into the industry and start writing professional-level game stories. 🧠 What You’ll Learn In this course, you’ll discover: ✅ How to structure branching narratives that matter ✅ How to write reactive dialogue, lore, and cutscenes ✅ How to design emotional arcs and player-driven moments ✅ How to align story with gameplay, mechanics, and systems ✅ How to collaborate with designers and dev teams ✅ How to build a professional narrative portfolio and pitch your work By the end, you’ll know how to think like a game writer—and write like one too. ✍️ Perfect For… * Writers looking to break into the gaming industry * Indie devs building narrative-driven games * Screenwriters, novelists, and storytellers curious about interactive formats * RPG lovers, Twine tinkerers, and worldbuilders who want to level up No technical experience required. Just bring your imagination and your passion for storytelling. 🛠️ What’s Inside the Course? * 18 fully guided lessons with examples from top games * Interactive exercises: write dialogue trees, branching scenes, and lore entries * Templates for cutscenes, pitch decks, and playable Twine prototypes * Downloadable PDFs and story design worksheets * Bonus: “Build Your Killer Game Writing Portfolio” * Bonus: Twine & Ink starter files to launch your own narrative project * Plus: My signature guidance, industry insights, and direct feedback support. 🚀 Ready to Start Your Game Writing Career? Games are the future of storytelling—and great games need great writers. This is your chance to learn the craft, sharpen your skills, and join the new generation of narrative designers who make stories that players live through. Your story deserves to be played. Let’s build it—together. 👉 [Enroll Now – Lifetime Access + Bonuses Included]

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Course Curriculum

6 Chapters · 18 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to Game Writing

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Understanding Game Writing

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      Elements of an Effective Script

  2. 2

    Crafting Engaging Dialogues

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      Dialogue Techniques

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      Branching Conversations

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      Examples of Branching Dialogue

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      Exercise

  3. 3

    Building Game Lore and World-Building

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Creating Rich Lore

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      Integrating Lore with Gameplay

  4. 4

    Narrative Design Fundamentals

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Structuring Interactive Narratives

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      Collaborating with Game Designers

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Narrative_Design_Extras_Pack

  5. 5

    Polishing Your Game Script

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      Editing and Feedback

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      Finalizing and Presenting Your Work

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      Game_Narrative_Pitching_Extras

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      Using Twine

  6. 6

    Getting Into the Computer Game Industry

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Markets & Opportunities

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      How to Present Yourself To the Industry

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Your Portfolio

Meet Your Instructor: Rob Parnell

As a seasoned game writer and narrative designer, I've faced the challenges of crafting engaging game narratives firsthand. I'm excited to share my knowledge and insights with you, guiding you through the intricacies of game writing and narrative design. My goal is to help you unlock your storytelling potential and succeed in the dynamic world of game development.