IGDA Game Writing

The Game Writing Special Interest Group of the International Game Developers Association
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A Special Interest Group, Reconstituted
https://t.co/SFkoAdkjD2

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At GDC Write Club 2026, the SIG announced Richard Dansky as the recipient of our first ever Lifetime Achievement Award. https://t.co/N5mjBzWc10
We'll present the award in person at NarraScope Write Club 2026. If you'd like to be there, grab a ticket: https://t.co/s0nmMUdJek

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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: https://t.co/H9s2zNgtKd

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(2/2)
Pixel Crushers: https://t.co/tOxnoTHejo
Inkle: https://t.co/sMhSVctl3O
Arcweave: https://t.co/7j0ih7ik4x

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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!
https://t.co/9oksLvQi9u

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And of course, thank you to all our awesome sponsors helping us give you the best GDC week ever! (1/2)
Articy: https://t.co/v2vLtxUWxk
Petricore Games: https://t.co/xKM94Wombk
Earplay: https://t.co/XX0LbECX5C

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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:

https://t.co/pb1FixWDNI

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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. https://t.co/as42OOxZMZ

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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!

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During the weekend, I took part in itchio's Game Writing SIG Arcjam! We had to make a small Visual Novel to show off our writing skills! Since I was solo, I made a small text-only mystery VN. Why don't you give it a try? #indiedev #indiegame
https://t.co/OxQ9cLkfog

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It's time for our #gamewriting jam with @arcweave! the theme is RESILIENCE, and we can't wait to see what everyone cooks up this weekend. Sign up and get started now!!

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@KellyBender17: https://t.co/W0TgkUuBg9

@Jrawry: https://t.co/xKL18TvfcX

Konstantinos Dimopoulos: https://t.co/tMlMA5Ddac

C.J. Kershner: https://t.co/waXOgOwX24

Chride Lassheikki: https://t.co/c5BOgdJ4qQ

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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.

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And a huge thank you to Konstantinos Dimopoulos @KellyBender17 Richard Dansky and @IGDA for helping provide prizes for our jammers!

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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!
https://t.co/FCFUhvqPml

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Massive thank you to C.J. Kershner, Frances Wakefield-Harrey, @Jrawry, Konstantinos Dimopoulos, @KellyBender17, @NatashaSkult, and Chride Lassheikki for helping make this jam one for the history books!

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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.

https://t.co/YYSIx6tOKW

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🖋️Writers. Our kind of people. 😊So happy we're sharing this game jam @IGDAWritingSIG! ❤️

Everyone count down til opening, on Nov 21st!
Judges & awards TBA. #gamejam #writing #interactive #gamewriting

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Wanna join the @IGDAWritingSIG Arcjam but not sure about your Arcweave skills? 🤔 Start with our cheat sheet for game writers: the ultimate resource guide from Beginner to Expert! 💪 #interactive #writing #gamejam #gamedesign #gamewriting #indiedev

👉https://t.co/SNIhdSr22Q

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How should you prepare for a #gamewriting jam that starts on Nov. 21st?

Here are some ideas: https://t.co/SoaqDoTyVE

Also thanks to our co-organizer @arcweave who put together this cheat sheet for game writers to help with prep: https://t.co/vGxSfTBIda

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We partnered with the @IGDAWritingSIG to organize the Most Spectacular Arcjam Ever!

🔥One theme.
🔥72 hours.
🔥Endless storytelling possibilities.

Read all about it and join the jam now:
https://t.co/Zmo5POUOy5

#gamejam #narrative #interactive #writing #gamedesign