Complete the StoryQuest GDD

[jgbourque]

Why this task matters

A Game Design Document (GDD) organizes your ideas into a clear roadmap that breaks your StoryQuest into actionable steps. Professional game developers use GDDs to keep teams aligned and ensure everyone understands their role in bringing the game to life.

Steps

1. Explore the Example. Look at the Stella and the Missing Star StoryQuest GDD. Compare it to the Stella StoryQuest you played in Threadbare. Notice how the document breaks down every aspect of the game - from story structure to mini-game mechanics.

2. Make Your Copy. Create a copy of the StoryQuest Game Design Document Template. This will become your team's working document throughout the project.

3. Complete Your GDD. Work through each section of the template using your theme and story ideas from previous activities. The template will guide you through:

• Your overall StoryQuest concept (narrative, aesthetic, and mini-game overview)
• Detailed breakdowns for your intro, three mini-games, and outro
• How characters, settings, dialogue, and mechanics work together

4. Focus on Story-Gameplay Connection. Pay special attention to how your narrative integrates with your mini-games. Ask yourself: "Do the challenges players face in mini-games make sense for the story I'm telling?"

*Remember: Your GDD is a living document. You should fill out all sections as completely as possible now, but expect to update and refine it as you build your StoryQuest.