Dramatic flow in interactive 3D narrative

The concept of dramatic level is crucial for a model of dramatic flow. We present a framework to maintain optimal dramatic flow in an interactive 3D environment where both linear and emergent narratives co-exist. Unlike all other interactive narrative prototypes the framework advanced focuses on the optimal dramatic flow of the emerging user narrative so that although fragmented, it can be engaging and make sense. Using a sample narrative from Ovid’s Metamorphoses [18] we demonstrate a method to evaluate dramatic levels as plot points so that movement across narratives retains a strong dramatic flow. Although users may never choose to explore any given linear narrative in its entirety, the result is an engaging and rich narrative experience. Categories and Subject Descriptors H.5.1 [Information Interfaces and Presentation]: Multimedia Information Systems—Animations, Artificial, augmented, and virtual realities[Evaluation/methodology]; I.2.1 [Artificial Intelligence]: Applica...

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2007
• Where: IE
• Authors: Alyx Macfadyen, Andrew Stranieri, John Yearwood
• Keywords: Dramatic Levels, Dramatic flow, IE 2007, Internet Technology, Optimal Dramatic flow