branching narrative games
nounThese are games where the story can go in different ways depending on what you choose.
My favorite branching narrative games let me pick what the hero says next.
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2. Video games built around a story tree where each choice opens new scenes.
The studio is known for branching narrative games with dozens of endings.
3. Tabletop or digital gamebooks where readers jump between numbered pages.
Old choose-your-own-adventure books are early branching narrative games.
4. Educational tools that let students explore different story outcomes.
Teachers used branching narrative games to help kids practice decision-making.
5. Interactive films or apps where viewers steer the plot by tapping options.
Some streaming apps now offer branching narrative games you play with a remote.