The Interactive Storytelling contest judges interactive stories and branching narratives by Christian creators. This is a unique opportunity for creators to showcase their interactive narrative skills.
Submission Details:
- Open Date: March 1st
- Closing Date: April 15th
- Entry Fee: $49
- Winners Announced: Realm Makers Conference Awards Banquet, Friday, July 18, 2025
This category is limited to text-only experiences or adaptations made with Ink (Ink Studio) or Twine (Twine), created between January 1, 2021 and Dec 31, 2024
Submissions should be limited to roughly 10,000 words or approximately 30min of gameplay.
Judging Criteria
Entries will be scored on a 1-5 scale across the following areas:
- Overall Story – Is the story engaging? Does it pull the reader along? Does it present fresh ideas, compelling stakes, and tension throughout?
- Worldbuilding – Is the setting unique and fitting for the genre? Are the world-building elements consistent and clear to the user?
- Writing Artistry – How effective is the narrative voice? Is the pacing well-balanced? Are the details revealed in a way that feels natural to the tone?
- Interactivity – How well does the experience balance interactivity? More isn’t necessarily better, but how well is it incorporated into the story?
- Quality of Choices – Do the choices meaningfully alter the experience or its outcome?
Become a Judge! Would you rather read all the entries instead of submitting? We’re actively seeking judges for this category! Whether you’re a game maker or an avid fan, if you know great content when you see it, we’d love for you to bring your perspective to the table.