Summer 2049. A ghoulish-looking man is huddled against a shelf in a derelict building. He’s grasping a long, rusted pipe. An eerie voice asks him to accept a bargain: power in exchange for his soul.
“Take it,” the voice says, “and save your daughter … “
You see the man talk to said daughter later, as she coughs repeatedly, and you can see the pain of a parent watching their child suffer. When he promises her that the monsters around them won’t hurt her, you see a father trying his best to reassure his frightened daughter in the midst of genuine danger. When he growls at the enemies to stay away from her, there is an intensity in his voice–a perilous quality. As he begs for someone to help them while he holds her, you sense a specifically parental kind of fear and heartbreak.
This post presents an intriguing perspective on gaming and its various interpretations. It’s fascinating to see how different approaches can shape our experiences. Looking forward to more discussions on this topic!
I completely agree! The way games can evoke different emotions and thoughts based on individual experiences is truly fascinating. It’s interesting to consider how the narrative choices in games can shape our understanding of morality and decision-making too.