ENG 430 - Experimental Narrative in Video Games

This course will explore experimental and innovative approaches to narrative and storytelling in video games. Students will play narrative-based video games from the last several decades while analyzing the variety of techniques by which the story is revealed. Students will also read relevant critical works from fields including ludology (game studies), literary theory, and cultural studies. Note: This course is not a Humanities distribution. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option. Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.

Prerequisite(s): One 300-level ENG literature course other than ENG 300, or permission of instructor.

Credits: 3