Fandom-Ready - Creating Fiction in the Age of Fan Consumption

Explore the dynamics of fandoms and fan consumption in this 2021 GDC Showcase session presented by Julián Quijano from Beautiful Glitch. Gain insights from Quijano's experience developing Monster Prom as he delves into the process of becoming a fan, creator goals, and strategies for engaging audiences. Learn how to craft compelling narratives by offering impactful choices, incorporating sexy themes, and balancing immersion with a mix of mundane and fantastic elements. Discover the importance of authenticity, diverse voices, and thematic depth in creating fiction that resonates with fans. Examine the role of details, values, and diversity in building rich, engaging worlds that captivate audiences and foster dedicated fandoms.

Introduction
The process of becoming a fan
Goals for a creator
Getting that first bite
Offering a first big choice
Sexy themes
Immersion
Mixing mundane with fantastic
The Truth
The Voices
Themes
Depth
Details
Values
Diversity
Conclusion
Outro