Abstract of Dynamic Range: When Game Design and Narratives Unite

of Dynamic Range: When Game Design and Narratives Unite Dominic Arsenault University of Montreal 3749 Jean-Talon Est, apt. 5 Montreal, (QC), Canada – H2A 1Y1 (514) 729-6237 [email protected] ABSTRACT As the clash between Game and Narrative rages on, many attempts to unite the two make their way. As heir of this tradition of reconciliation, the Dynamic Range is a tool brought forth to examine how different game systems can give freedom to the players. In its present state, I am going to use it as a compass to pinpoint the close relationship between game design and narratives, and perhaps understand how such a union can be successful.As the clash between Game and Narrative rages on, many attempts to unite the two make their way. As heir of this tradition of reconciliation, the Dynamic Range is a tool brought forth to examine how different game systems can give freedom to the players. In its present state, I am going to use it as a compass to pinpoint the close relationship between game design and narratives, and perhaps understand how such a union can be successful.