Writer

About this task

The Role

Help craft an immersive, multi-layered computer RPG in its early stages. The gameplay focuses on dialogue choices, character interactions, and a branching story where every decision has consequences. Create narrative content that combines psychological depth, philosophical musings, and a richly evocative world that brings player choices to life.

Responsibilities

- Write compelling dialogue and narrative events that deepen the connection between characters and the world.
- Develop a rich story that explores the interplay between the physical environment and the protagonist’s mental journey.
- Contribute to building a universe awash in contrasts, where environments from two interconnected worlds reflect each other in direct and mysterious ways.
- Collaborate with designers, artists, programmers, and narrative colleagues to ensure the story is deeply integrated with gameplay, emphasising role-play and skill-based checks inspired by TTRPG mechanics.

Requirements — Must-have

- Proven experience in writing for video games, especially RPGs or interactive fiction. Creative writing or screenwriting experience is also highly valued.
- Ability to craft a story that explores themes of psychogeography, human psychology, and the dark corners of society, with multifaceted, flawed, and profoundly human characters and dialogue.
- Ability to develop environments that reflect the character’s internal state, exploring connections between space, mood, and psychology.
- An interest in delving into cosmic mysteries, existential questions, and philosophical ideas about society, power, and individual purpose.
- Ability to work within a creative team, take feedback constructively, and contribute to the shared vision of the project.

Requirements — Nice to have

- Familiarity with narrative-heavy RPGs.
- Experience in crafting non-combat gameplay loops that revolve around storytelling, exploration, and character development.
- Knowledge of TTRPG-inspired mechanics such as dialogue reels, dice-based checks, or psychological skill systems.
- Experience writing in media other than video games.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

- Creative freedom to contribute your unique voice and vision to the RPG.
- Flexible working in a remote-first studio, with the freedom to work from wherever inspiration strikes.