ARG Creator's Toolbox
The month of spooks has finally arrived! As the weather gets colder, and we prepare our spirits for the shenanigans of Halloween…. we at ARGC set forth to release our first annual (would have been the second annual, but toddlers require a lot of attention!) Halloween ARG! The purpose of this game (aside from being…
Alternate Reality Games (ARGs) have become increasingly popular over the years, captivating players and immersing them in a world of mystery and intrigue. One of the most crucial elements in creating a successful ARG is having compelling characters that draw players in and keep them engaged throughout the game. In this blog, we will discuss…
Developing an engaging Alternate Reality Game (ARG) requires a strong and clear concept that players can quickly grasp. One effective method for evaluating your ARG idea is creating an elevator pitch, based on the pool of ideas you’ve created. This concise yet powerful summary not only helps you assess the potential of your concept but…
Creating an alternate reality game (ARG) is an exciting and challenging endeavor. You put in countless hours developing the story, creating puzzles and clues, and designing the game mechanics. But before you can launch your game, it’s essential to test and refine it to ensure it’s a polished and engaging experience for your players. In…
If you’re planning to create an alternate reality game (ARG), a game design document (GDD) is an invaluable tool in the development process. A GDD is a comprehensive guide that outlines all aspects of the game, including the story, gameplay, puzzles, characters, art, design, and technical requirements. Creating a GDD for your ARG can help…
ARGCreator is moving! We’ve outgrown hostgator, and it’s time for greener pastures. We’ve also got a patreon and twitch set up now for further awesome endeavoring! There’s not much more to say, really. So we’re gonna wrap it up, here! We’re going to be making the move proper in the next few days, so we’ll…
ARG (Alternate Reality Game) creators are always looking for ways to engage and immerse players in their games. One tool that has proven to be particularly useful in this regard is chatgpt, a natural language processing model developed by OpenAI. In this article, we will explore how chatgpt can be used by ARG creators to…
Creating and promoting an alternate reality game (ARG) can be a unique and immersive experience for players, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. In this post, we’ll delve into some of the biggest ARG Obstacles that developers and marketers face when creating and promoting an ARG, and offer some tips and…
What are Alternate Reality Games (ARGs)? So. What is an ARG? Alternate reality games (ARGs) are a unique and engaging form of interactive storytelling that use the real world as a platform for gameplay. These immersive games often involve a complex narrative that unfolds over a period of time, and tasks players with solving puzzles…
In this article, we’re going to talk about launching your ARG. This is a very difficult process to wrap into a single article, so we will have a few sub-articles after everything’s said and done. But we’ll cover Trailheads, respectful advertising, and the like. Now, one of the primary factors you’ll want to learn about…