Friday, 28 January 2022 22:28

What Remains of Edith Finch and Compulsive Daydreaming

Written by Smangaliso Simelane
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What Remains of Edith Finch features Lewis, a man with an imagination that is filled with wonder, but it is too much for him to control.

Video games have the opportunity to elevate storytelling by introducing an interactive element. Not only can gamers witness a narrative unfold, but they can also partake in it too. The interactivity can help to amplify feelings of identification with the characters and make central themes more impactful. This is illustrated in What Remains of Edith Finch, a 2017 game developed by Giant Sparrow. Although the gameplay is minimal, what is present is used effectively to immerse players into the story presented.

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