ADHDefy@kbin.social 7 months ago
Different kinds of games fulfill different interests. Minecraft and Detroit: Become Human were two of the best gaming experiences I've ever had. One has absolutely no story, one has essentially only story and is basically a long, glorified QTE.
I love both for different reasons. I love stories in general, so a game with a good story is going to hook me and I will play until I know how it ends. God of War and God of War: Ragnarok both had absolutely stellar gameplay, but the story is why I couldn't put it down. I just beat the original Alan Wake recently, and that story would have made for a fine movie or TV show, but there's a certain depth and intensity you get from a game as you are personally engaged in clawing through the poltergeist-infested wilderness for dear life, wondering how you'll make it out of this crazy situation. I'm really glad I got to experience that story as a game.
On the other hand, I also love sandboxy games like Satisfactory or Necesse that let you loose to express yourself, accomplish goals on your own terms, and basically do whatever you want. I spend a ton of time in games like that, too.
Sometimes I want to care about and connect with characters, other times I just want to build or break shit. Regardless, video games offer an excellent, interactive medium to take an active role in a predetermined story or develop your own narrative as you go.
I think I disagree that all games have a story because there are a lot of games that are closer to sports than interactive stories. Mostly multiplayer games like fps’s and rocket League, but also a lot of single player driving games like mudrunner or any of the rally games.
Most analogue games fall in the sports category too imo. There’s no story to poker, and you really shouldn’t overthink the lore of chess.
If you've ever heard an old guy describe a baseball or football game he watched as a kid, you've heard the story of a sports game. "It's the bottom of the 9th, the bases are full loaded, Babe Ruth steps up to bat. Everyone falls silent. The pitcher throws the ball, everyone was on the edge of their seat." This is just the climax of the story of that game. Hell, televised sporting events even have narrators (commentators).
Also, don't hate on chess lore. From what I've heard, the white bishop conspires against it's queen because it is in love with one of the rooks who, unbeknownst to the King, is secretly the lovechild of his and a young pawn who was taken by a black knight just days after birthing her baby. She left her little rook a note to be opened only after his parapets had fully developed explaining his royal birthright. What the bishop doesn't know is that the rook has no real feelings for them, but their romance is a mere manipulation because the bishop is so close to the monarchy. Or at least, that was the case in the beginning... but his feelings may have become more real than he is willing to admit.
FuglyDuck@lemmy.world 7 months ago
Tetris?
Pechente@feddit.de 7 months ago
It’s a terrible tale of oppression if you read between the blocks.
foggy@lemmy.world 7 months ago
I asked ChatGPT to go e me a narrati e backstory of Tetris relating to oppression. You’re welcome:
In the realm of Tetris, each distinctive piece represents a fighter in a symbolic battle against oppression, embodying resilience and unity:
L-Block (Lenny): Lenny is the ingenious rebel, always finding clever ways to subvert the oppressor’s plans. His ability to fit into tight spots and support others symbolizes the fight against constraints and the power of innovative thinking.
J-Block (Jolene): Jolene represents the underestimated resistance. Often overlooked, her strength lies in her subtle yet impactful actions. She symbolizes the quiet but fierce fight against oppression, proving that every action, no matter how small, counts.
I-Block (Ivan): Ivan stands tall as the beacon of hope and solidarity. He represents the unwavering spirit of the oppressed, a reminder that standing firm and united can disrupt the oppressor’s designs.
O-Block (Olivia): Olivia embodies unity and cooperation. Her simple form represents the power of solidarity, showing how coming together can create an unbreakable force against tyranny.
S-Block (Sam): Sam is the symbol of unconventional resistance. His unique approach represents the innovative strategies used to outmaneuver oppressors, celebrating the creativity and adaptability of those fighting for freedom.
Z-Block (Zara): Zara, like Sam, challenges the status quo. She embodies the courage to be different and the strength found in diversity, essential in the struggle against a monolithic oppressor.
T-Block (Theo): Theo is the mastermind of the resistance, his versatile nature representing the strategic planning needed to overcome oppression. He signifies the importance of adaptability and foresight in the fight for liberation.
In this narrative of Tetris, the game becomes a metaphor for resistance against oppression. Each piece, with its unique qualities, plays a crucial role in the larger strategy of defying and dismantling oppressive structures. Their world is a constantly shifting battlefield where unity, creativity, and resilience are key to surviving and triumphing over tyranny.
ADHDefy@kbin.social 7 months ago
Ivan 100% Tetrises himself to save the others that have yet to fall. It's just the kind of block he is.
ADHDefy@kbin.social 7 months ago
Sure. The premise is that blocks are falling and can't be allowed to reach a certain height. There is drama in knowing that, no matter what, it will eventually reach that height. You're given the tools to fend off the inevitable for as long as you can. There's conflict, resolution, and the plot details are determined both by the decisions you make and the order the game delivers the blocks to you.
FuglyDuck@lemmy.world 7 months ago
I, I like the way you think.
I stand corrected. :)
ASeriesOfPoorChoices@lemmy.world 7 months ago
The story of Tetris is the story of the entire history of Russia.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWTFG3J1CP8
Enjoy :)