Storytelling | With A Terrible Fate

Shovel Knight Interview: Kickstarters and Character-Driven Stories

From the game's alternate ending, to the evolution of characters in Slack channels, we cover everything Shovel Knight in this exclusive.

By Aaron Suduiko, 8 years ago October 24, 2017

A close examination of the Zelda series reveals a missing story that needs to be told.

By CJ Thomas, 8 years ago October 23, 2017

There's more value to in-game relationships than stereotypes suggest.

By Kent Vainio, 8 years ago October 17, 2017

Not all forms of media are equally able to retell ancient myths. Here's why video games are the right choice.

By Laila Carter, 8 years ago October 15, 2017

In your restless dreams, you see that town. Do you see it belonging in the Video Game Canon?

By Dan Hughes, 8 years ago October 15, 2017

We ask the With a Terrible Fate analysts: what game first inspired you to analyze video-game storytelling?

By Aaron Suduiko, 8 years ago October 14, 2017

Three beloved game series tried to mature over the years. One succeeded.

By Peter Finn, 8 years ago October 10, 2017

Silent Hill scared its way into a sweeping franchise. How much did it change the standards of game storytelling?

By Dan Hughes, 8 years ago October 6, 2017

A study in how a sequel can change the meaning of an original—not always for the better.

By Aaron Suduiko, 8 years ago October 6, 2017

Pokémon Red gave birth to a legendary game franchise. Has it earned a spot in the pantheon of game storytelling?

By Dan Hughes, 8 years ago October 2, 2017