Have you ever watched a film or read a novel, wishing that you could change the narrative to save your favorite character? Game designer David Cage allows you do just that in his video games, where players make decisions that shape an ever-changing plot. In a talk and live demo, Cage presents a scene from his new project, letting the audience control a character's decisions. "Interactive storytelling can be what cinema was in the 20th century: an art that deeply changes its time," Cage says.

David Cage: How video games turn players into storytellers

How video games turn players into storytellers

Interactive storytelling redefines audience engagement, allowing players to shape narratives through choices, mirroring real life.

A narrative landscape where players' decisions create a unique story experience, blurring the lines between writer and audience.

The evolution of storytelling into an interactive medium promises new artistic expressions and a revolution in entertainment.