Mortified! Episode 49: Thomas Was Alone (and mechanical storytelling)

This week, Aaron and Leyla talk about the 2010 puzzle platformer "Thomas Was Alone," and then have a general conversation about the ways elements of game design affect play. We discuss mechanics influencing story, why combat shouldn't be your only verb, and sexy cylinders.

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Our theme song is "Obsolete" by Keshco, from the album "Filmmaker's Reference Kit Volume 2." Find more of their music here.

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