So, I found out today that both of my game designs were in the top 5. One in first place and one in fourth or fifth. I'm pretty excited about that. Turns out that both are under NDA for the next 18 months, so they won't be posted anywhere or shared with anyone for a good long time. That's ok because I was debating the concept of posting original IP as a pitch document anyway. I have one or two on here now, but, I'm not really worried about having them developed without me.
I'm looking forward to the IGDA Webinar on Localization tomorrow. I should also be posting a few new games on my
DP Challenge here in the next few days. And, I've started writing for
gameinformer.com. So, very busy. But, also very excited!
I started writing as a child and can't stop. Like any other art, writing begins on a blank canvas. Characters form from the ether and develop into living beings that leap from the page and, eventually, from the screen. Worlds emerge.
I have this passion for research, at least for the topics that interest me. Inspired by a teacher, I hold one thing to be true: It's not what you know; it's that you know where to find it. The library was a magical place and, even today, I can often be found combing through books in the New Age section of Barnes and Noble. But, now, with the internet, everything is literally at my fingertips. I just love to learn new things all the time. It's fun to share that knowledge in my writing and to bring history and culture to life in the form of a story; showing instead of telling.
Sometimes, though, telling is good, too. I keep notes from Webinars, IGDA Meetings and industry events as well as writing about the industry for Gamasutra.com. Sharing is an important aspect of game development. Writing about games and getting feedback improves the art, while helping others to learn. It's a win-win.
