Explore how heavy metal themes can serve as a foundation for compelling video game storytelling in this 29-minute GDC talk from 2017. Delve into Dakota State University's Jeff Howard's insights on incorporating the raw energy, intensity, and iconic elements of metal music into game narratives. Discover techniques to infuse your game's storyline with the power and passion characteristic of the heavy metal genre, potentially elevating your game's atmosphere and player engagement.
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Force and Fire: Making Your Game More Metal
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GDC
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