How Have The Best Fantasy Series Of All Time Influenced Modern Games?

2026-07-14 16:02:15
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Can we talk about how they've influenced game structure? The trilogy format in books directly maps to a three-act structure in a game's story. But more than that, the serialized nature of epic fantasy—with each book ending on a cliffhanger, building to a larger climax—is perfect for games-as-a-service or episodic content. Think of a game's seasons or expansions. They're treating the ongoing narrative like a fantasy series, with a 'book' (expansion) coming out every year or two to continue the saga. 'Destiny' or 'Final Fantasy XIV' do this explicitly.
2026-07-15 14:31:18
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The concept of 'The Dark Lord' or a singular, overwhelming evil is a classic fantasy trope that games have used and also subverted. It provides a clear goal: defeat Sauron, defeat Ganon. But modern games often complicate this. What if the 'Dark Lord' is a misunderstood entity? What if the real enemy is the system? That complexity comes from fantasy series that started questioning the simple binary, making game narratives richer as a result. The villain is no longer just a final boss with a health bar; they're a character with motives.
2026-07-20 13:28:23
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