On June 27th, (Friday) Creek and River Co., Ltd, will hold the seminar “Japan and the West: Crafting Worlds & Stories – Character & Biome Design in Games”
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日本語開催概要ページ＞＞
This seminar will examine how cultural perspectives on storytelling and narrative shape the way Japanese and Western games design characters and environments—revealing how worldviews influence the visual logic of game worlds
Join us for a seminar that looks into the visual and narrative design of Japanese and Western games. Learn how cultural worldviews shape storytelling traditions, character archetypes, and environmental aesthetics—and discover how these choices influence the way we experience game worlds.
Outline:
Compare Japanese and Western approaches to character design
Explore the cultural logic behind biome and environment creation
Analyze iconic games through the lens of myth, philosophy, and visual storytelling
Participate in an interactive design challenge blending narrative and visual world-building
Whether you’re a game designer, narrative writer, cultural studies enthusiast, or simply a fan of great stories, this seminar will deepen your understanding of how culture, story, and design intersect in the games we love.
Who Should Attend:
•Game designers & developers
•Narrative writers & worldbuilders
•Artists & environment designers
•Students of game studies, media, or cultural theory
•Anyone curious about how games reflect and shape culture
登壇者
Matthew Moss氏
Matthew Moss is a seasoned Creative Director with over 18 years of experience in game visual development. He has led teams in both Tokyo and New York, collaborating with renowned companies such as Disney, National Geographic, TV Tokyo, and LEGO. Matthew is deeply passionate about enhancing the visual appeal of games, believing that the key to success lies in harmonizing a project’s core concepts, technology, and mission with its visual development. This approach aims to deliver moments of inspiration, emotion, and imagination to the audience.
Matthew excels in conceptualizing and executing innovative game designs, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and creative strategies to provide exceptional player experiences. He is committed to building strong client relationships and fostering highly collaborative teams, driven by a desire to create games that both inspire and entertain.
Outline of the event
| Date and time | 2025/6/27（FRI） 19：30～20：30(JST) |
|---|---|
| Schedule | 19：30～19：35 Creek and River Co., Ltd Introduction 19：35～20：20 Presentation by Matthew Moss 20：20～20：30 Q&A |
| Place | Zoom |
| Speakers | Matthew Moss |
| Participants | ・Game developer ・Game designer ・Game planner ・Graphic designer ・UX designer ・UI designer ・User / Player researcher ・Programmer / Developer |
| Entry fee | free |
| Capacity | 100 people |
| Organizer | CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd. |
| Application deadline | 2025/6/27（FRI） 20：30(JST) |
