Expert Insights: Maximizing Your Game Development Journey

Chella Ramanan, a prominent figure in the game development industry, recently spoke at the GI Academy Live, offering valuable advice to aspiring game developers. With a career spanning various projects, including the narrative exploration title Before I Forget and her current role as a narrative designer at Ubisoft's Massive studio, Ramanan has gained extensive experience in both writing and narrative design. In her talk, she emphasized the importance of collaboration, bringing personal passions to projects, seeking feedback, and building a supportive community. Ramanan explained that writers focus on character development and story settings, while narrative designers take a more holistic approach, considering the player's experience and the overall game design. She also stressed the need for developers to be open to compromise, communicate effectively with other teams, and prioritize their well-being. By sharing her insights and experiences, Ramanan aims to inspire and guide the next generation of game developers, encouraging them to stay passionate, engaged, and supportive of one another.