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Jake Should Be Writing

Jake Steinberg, Sarah Leonhardt

the intersection of video games and storytelling

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Xenoblade Chronicles is a masterpiece.

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Against "Video-Gamey"

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“Hi Jake, you have been scientifically selected to share your views on a 12-minute national survey and you will be awarded $30 for your participation.”

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You Don’t Understand Pokémon

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You are the lore master.

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  • Jake Steinberg

    Jake Steinberg is a writer and video game streamer who explores storytelling craft and critical analysis in gaming culture. Jake’s debut book has been acquired and is set to be published next year.

  • Sarah Leonhardt

    Writing and reading the good stuff

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