IGDA Game Writing Special Interest Group
@game-writing.com
We are the special interest group representing game writers, narrative designers, immersive theater and entertainment creatives and more. https://game-writing.com http://discord.gg/qx3RrDp
Our first-ever monthly narrative game spotlight is live on the SIG website! For our inaugural article, we spoke to ScribeOS creator Milo Duclayan about the magic circle and what game writers can learn from the LARP community. buff.ly/GnnpNyZ
September Game Spotlight: ScribeOS and the Magic Circle | IGDA Game Writing SIG
Inaugurating our new monthly game spotlight with an examination of how we convince players to become part of stories.
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The #gamewriting jobs page is now live! Whether you're currently looking for work in the field or know someone who is, we encourage you to check out the page and spread the word. We've already catalogued 189 positions, and this list will only continue to grow!
Jobs | IGDA Game Writing SIG
Job opportunities for game writers and narrative designers.
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A recap of Write Club at @narrascope.org 2026 is now up on our blog! Check it out: www.game-writing.com/posts/write-...
NarraScope Write Club Recap | IGDA Game Writing SIG
Recapping our Write Club event at NarraScope 2026.
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Manos will share a real community example from the @game-writing.com Arcjam: the winner "Moments Away" by Heidi McDonald, which was built entirely in Arcweave during the 72-hour jam.
Our Write Club event at Narrascope 2026 is coming up fast, but fear not! There's still time to register! Get your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable evening with your fellow writers. buff.ly/7yHJBND
Write Club @ NarraScope 2026 - IGDA Game Writing SIG
Write Club @ NarraScope 2026 is the latest iteration of our hyper-popular writing competition. Previously exclusive to the Game Developers Conference, Write Club now expands to NarraScope, the…
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The SIG will be present at @narrascope.org this year, June 12-14 in Albany. Furthermore, we will be running Write Club on Saturday night. Interested in attending? Sign up to play or spectate: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Write Club @ NarraScope 2026 - IGDA Game Writing SIG
Write Club @ NarraScope 2026 is the latest iteration of our hyper-popular writing competition. Previously exclusive to the Game Developers Conference, Write Club now expands to NarraScope, the premie...
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At GDC Write Club 2026, the SIG announced @rdansky.bsky.social as the recipient of our first ever Lifetime Achievement Award. buff.ly/JcTDrr3 We'll be presenting the award to Richard in person at NarraScope 2026 at our Write Club event. If you'd like to be there, grab a ticket: buff.ly/jSYr9Y6
The SIG will be present at @narrascope.org this year, June 12-14 in Albany. Furthermore, we will be running Write Club on Saturday night. Interested in attending? Sign up to play or spectate: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
Write Club @ NarraScope 2026 - IGDA Game Writing SIG
Write Club @ NarraScope 2026 is the latest iteration of our hyper-popular writing competition. Previously exclusive to the Game Developers Conference, Write Club now expands to NarraScope, the premie...
zeffy.com
Announcing the 2026 GDC Game Writing SIG Write Club Party! Tuesday, March 10 from 7:30 - 11:00 pm at Johnny Foley's Irish Pub Sign up at this link: buff.ly/LrHec5H
The #gamewriting SIG will be at GDC, hosting events where you can meet and mingle with fellow game writers! We have awesome stuff planned for the entire week, so be sure to check out the schedule! buff.ly/mGdSlYQ
More than three-quarters of the tickets for our annual GDC Writer's Dinner are now sold. If you wish to attend, please make sure to reserve your space soon! www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
IGDA Game Writing SIG - Annual GDC Dinner
Join the IGDA Game Writing SIG for our annual GDC dinner 🎮🍽️—a relaxed chance to talk craft, share stories, and connect with writers and narrative designers at every stage of their careers.Your regist...
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#gamewriting Isn't always easy, especially when tackling heavier topics. The incredible Heidi McDonald has shared some of her tips for practicing self-care while making a sad game:
Protecting Yourself While Making a Sad Game | IGDA Game Writing SIG
Guidance for creators developing emotionally heavy games, particularly those based on personal trauma, with lessons learned from making a game about loss.
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Our annual writer's dinner at GDC will take place on March 10, 2026. If you want to attend (and we hope you do!) tickets are available here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
IGDA Game Writing SIG - Annual GDC Dinner
Join the IGDA Game Writing SIG for our annual GDC dinner 🎮🍽️—a relaxed chance to talk craft, share stories, and connect with writers and narrative designers at every stage of their careers.Your regist...
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Last November we hosted our inaugural #gamewriting jam. With over 100 submissions, the results blew us away. Today we'd like to share some words from our wonderful participants reflecting on their experiences. www.game-writing.com/posts/arcjam...
Our first every game writing SIG jam has concluded with over 100 submissions! Thank you to all our participants, judges, and organizers! you'll want to stay tuned, because more information about prizes will be coming soon!
It's time for our #gamewriting jam with @arcweave.com! the theme is RESILIENCE, and we can't wait to see what everyone cooks up this weekend. Sign up and get started now!!
Have you met the (awesome!) judges for our #gamewriting jam? We sat down with some of them for an interview so you can learn more about the folks who’ll be reviewing your jam submissions.
🥇The prizes for the Game Writing SIG Arcjam are here! Our co-organizers, @game-writing.com, have shared a detailed blog post covering the Rewards & Recognition for the top jam games:👉 www.game-writing.com/posts/arcjam... #gamejam #indiedev #gamedev #interactive #narrative
Game Writing SIG Arcjam Prizes Announced | IGDA Game Writing SIG
Discover the prizes awaiting our narrative game jam winners
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🎖️ Submit your creation to the *Game Writing SIG Arcjam* by @arcweave.com and @game-writing.com for a chance to win a free position to our *Designing Educational TTRPGs for Children* course (and other cool stuff). The jam starts in 4 days and will last for 72 hours. Join it ➡️ itch.io/jam/game-wri...
Game Writing SIG Arcjam
A game jam from 2025-11-21 to 2025-12-08 hosted by Arcweave & IGDA Game Writing SIG. 🎮 About the jam The Game Writing SIG Arcjam is a 72-hour online game design event dedicated to story-driven games a...
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What's the best incentive to participate in a #gamewriting Jam? The prizes of course! Learn about all the amazing things YOU could win! buff.ly/s57LncS
Are you excited for our #gamewriting jam with Arcweave? So is our amazing panel of judges! Read our latest post to meet the pros who'll evaluate the submissions for recognition and prizes. www.game-writing.com/posts/meet-a...
How should you prepare for a #gamewriting jam that starts on Nov 21st? Here are some thoughts: www.game-writing.com/posts/prepar...
Wanna join the @game-writing.com Arcjam but not sure about your Arcweave skills? 🤔 Start with our cheat sheet for game writers: the ultimate resource guide from Beginner to 💪Expert! 👉 blog.arcweave.com/arcweave-che... #interactive #writing #gamejam #gamedesign #gamewriting #indiedev #narrative
Arcweave cheat sheet for game writers
A practical cheat sheet to help game writers learn and master interactive storytelling with Arcweave.
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We partnered with @game-writing.com to organize the Most Spectacular Arcjam Ever! 🔥One theme. 🔥72 hours. 🔥Endless storytelling possibilities. Read all about it and join the jam now: blog.arcweave.com/igda-game-wr... #gamejam #narrative #interactive #writing #gamedesign #gamewriting
IGDA Game Writing SIG partners with Arcweave for a 72h narrative game jam
Join the Game Writing SIG Arcjam. Create your interactive story and build your game narrative portfolio. Free participation, tools, and prizes included.
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Is it time for a #gamewriting jam? Yes, we think so. Announcing the Game Writing SIG Arcjam, in coordination with @arcweave.com! Learn more here and get ready for the weekend of Nov 21st game writers! www.game-writing.com/posts/arcjam...
Update from our new leadership on the latest #gamewriting SIG happenings! www.game-writing.com/posts/new-si...
