Gone Home: Game Analysis and Themes

The video is a study session on the game 'Gone Home', featuring discussions on game development, character exploration, environmental impact in games, and game design challenges. Carla, one of the lead developers, shares insights into the game's creation, while participants explore the game's story, references, and Easter eggs. The session concludes with a discussion on future plans and the importance of exploration in gameplay.

Who is one of the lead developers of the game 'Gone Home'?

• Mike Plunkett

• Rachel Gainer

• Karla Zimonja

• Steve Gaynor

What is the relationship between Sam and Lonnie in the game?

• They are classmates

• They are love interests

• They are enemies

• They are siblings

What unique design element is used in 'Gone Home' to enhance storytelling?

• Multiple endings

• Time travel

• Hidden compartments

• Character customization

Which game is referenced through a subtle nod in 'Gone Home'?

• The Legend of Zelda

• Bioshock

• Minecraft

• The Sims

What is the significance of the character development of Sam in the game?

• She writes a novella

• She learns to play an instrument

• She becomes a superhero

• She discovers a hidden treasure

What is the setting of the game 'Gone Home'?

• Oregon

• Texas

• New York

• California

Why was Oregon chosen as the setting for 'Gone Home'?

• It is a popular game setting

• It was cheaper to produce

• The developers lived there

• It was a random choice

What is a key theme explored in 'Gone Home'?

• Time travel

• Alien invasion

• Family dynamics

• Global warming

What narrative technique is prominently used in 'Gone Home'?

• Flashbacks

• Non-linear storytelling

• Dialogue trees

• First-person exploration

What is a common player experience when exploring the house in 'Gone Home'?

• Fighting enemies

• Finding hidden treasures

• Solving puzzles

• Discovering family secrets