Hello
What if you could
design a story that
players don’t just
watch—but feel,
play, and
never forget?
The first 15 minutes of The Last of Us created one of the most emotionally powerful
openings in game history.
This masterclass drives home how EVERY aspect of game development—from audio and animation to voice acting, player choice, lighting, and level design—must ALL come together in perfect sync in order to create an experience so immersive that players will talk about it for the rest of their lives.
If even one department is out of alignment—or worse yet, if there is no unified creative vision for the game—player immersion breaks, and with it, their engagement.
Join me in a live, 90-minute walkthrough of those first 15 minutes, where we’ll explore—moment by moment—nearly 100 different ways in which meaning and emotion are intuitively conveyed to the player. We’ll unpack why these moments feel like they were created by the player themselves.
Afterwards, we’ll hold a 90-minute Q&A where we can dive deeper into any part of the
masterclass or brainstorm ways to apply the techniques to your own projects.
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50 US dollars
John McLean-Foreman is a dedicated writer and narrative director with a deep passion for the art of storytelling.
He brings a wealth of experience in crafting immersive worlds, intricate characters, and engaging narratives across various media.
His work is deeply rooted in exploring the complex themes of what it is to be human — from dystopian futures to rich, diverse worlds, he is always aiming to inspire and challenge audiences.
With a strong commitment to helping others unlock their creativity, John's masterclasses offer practical insights and hands-on guidance for aspiring storytellers and veteran game developers alike.