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Deconstructing the Video Game: Three Pillars of Design for Interactive Drama (Heavy Rain)

Heavy Rain is a radical revision of the medium, changing, and in many cases eschewing, video game-defining principles which have remained largely unchanged since the arcade era. If it weren't for such a deep-seated departure from stagnant norms, Heavy Rain would not be capable of being such a competent piece of drama, let alone an emotionally engaging one. It's quite surprising actually that such a revisionist approach would be met with such a gripping context on debut, but it only makes Heavy Rain's message all the more potent and worthy of critical discussion.

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Why Quantic Dream’s QTEs May Be Perfect for Star Wars Eclipse’s Gameplay

Star Wars Eclipse will be an 'action-adventure' game and yet how Quantic Dream approaches consequence-heavy QTEs need not be abandoned recklessly.

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thorstein149d ago

This has been my most anticipated Star Wars game in years. Can't wait to see what they have done.

P_Bomb149d ago

I like the accessibility option in recent games like Dying Light 2 and RE4, where you can simply hold a QTE button instead of spamming like a madman. 😌

got_dam149d ago

I thought this was canceled.

Terry_B149d ago

Nope..they just revealed it way too early, said already at the reveal it will be released in years

Miacosa149d ago

Wow, blast from the past thought this was canceled.

shinoff2183307d ago

I didn't teakize quantic dream was still around.

CrimsonWing69307d ago

Why is it taking so long for this game to come out?

ChasterMies307d ago

The departure of the lead writer likely means the story is done. The trailer for this game is amazing. Hope it comes out soon.

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Quantic Dream to Present 'Hands-On' Opportunities at PAX East 2024

Quantic Dream are set to offering hands-on opportunities at PAX East 2024, but which game it will be has not yet been revealed.

CrimsonWing69487d ago

Hopefully, that Star Wars one they were working on…