The Invisible Hours is BACK! - Featuring Rob Yescombe

In this episode, host Reece speaks with Rob Yescombe, a seasoned writer in the gaming industry known for his work on VR titles like The Invisible Hours and Farpoint and Non-VR such as Crysis 2 & 3. They discuss Rob's career journey, the unique narrative structure of The Invisible Hours, and they dive into Rob's other work such as Farpoint.-Meta Quest Affiliate: 10% off all Quest Games Here - https://tinyurl.com/39mxmkcvAll links, including Discord: https://linktr.ee/crossbuttonvr-Chapters00:00 Introduction04:41 The Invisible Hours: A Unique Narrative Experience11:08 Remaking The Invisible Hours: New Features and Adaptations16:35 Challenges of Writing for VR Games22:39 Transitioning from Games to Film: The Jackpot Experience29:39 The Joy of Collaboration in Film and Gaming30:13 Reflections on Early Career Experiences32:19 The Evolution of a Writer's Craft34:28 A Fan's Journey Through Gaming35:20 The Impact of VR on Storytelling36:46 The Roots of a Gamer's Passion38:56 Creative Beginnings and Inspirations40:04 The Desire for Sequel and Expansion41:57 Celebrating Indie VR Games46:45 The Future of Game Writing and Adaptations48:33 Discipline Over Inspiration in Writing

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