From the archives: Game Design documents and pitches recorded for posterity

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I was sent this today: an archive of game design documents and pitches for some great old games including the original GTA, Leisure Suit Larry, and the original Bioshock pitch!

It's a fascinating read. It's interesting mostly for two reasons. Firstly, it's possible to glimpse their design process in these documents. Secondly, these are first rate examples of design documents and pitches.

It would be great if you guys could check them out and discuss what you find interesting. Personally I'm going to spend all of this weekend on this site!

Read them here:
www.gamepitches.com/...
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Blog written by: AgentTom 138 Kudos 03/02/2012

From the archives: Game Design documents and pitches recorded for posterity Comments

Wow, nice find there @AgentTom ! Definitely going to read through some of these on my lunch break!
I read GTA and Leisure Suite Larry design docs when I was starting up in the industry as a game designer. Its a great way to learn about the format, layout and content depth you need make your game design documents stand out.

+1 great read...and great find @AgentTom.
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