Narrative Theory, Literature, And New Media: Na... -
Narratology looks at the mechanics behind a story rather than just its meaning. The chronological sequence of events. Sjuzhet (Plot): The way those events are actually told. Focalization: Who is "seeing" or "experiencing" the story. Literature: The Foundation
Stories that branch out into non-linear paths. Narrative Theory, Literature, and New Media: Na...
New media (video games, VR, interactive fiction) disrupts traditional storytelling by adding . Narratology looks at the mechanics behind a story
Requires "non-trivial effort" to move through the text (like clicking links or solving puzzles). Focalization: Who is "seeing" or "experiencing" the story
Narrative theory (narratology) helps us understand how stories work across different formats, from classic novels to modern digital games. Narrative Theory: The Blueprint
In traditional literature, the author has total control over the narrative flow. Most books are read from start to finish. Fixed Text: The words on the page never change.