BRANCH: GAME DESIGN & INTERACTIVE STORYTELLING (13+)
From tabletop to touchscreen, the tales we consume in the 21st century are more interactive than ever before, inviting a new generation of artists to redefine storytelling for the gaming age. Choose your own adventure in Firebird’s new program for aspiring game designers, BRANCH. Through engaging hands-on exercises, students will learn the fundamentals of game writing, taking their own projects from concept to prototype. This course covers a variety of mediums, including tabletop RPGs and online text adventures, and will explore the rich potential of interactive stories to make a meaningful impact on their players. Games are more than a fun pastime — when well-designed, they’re an outlet to experiment with decision-making and personal agency, with the power to educate and motivate those who play them. Embark on your own branching storyline and register today.
Schedule: Thursdays 3:30-5:30pm EST | Location: Online
Dates: Sept 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 9, 16 (no classes Nov 11, Nov 25)