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Interactive Fiction - Branching Narrative Outline

Plot out a choose-your-own-adventure story with meaningful player choices

The Prompt
Create a branching narrative outline for a [GENRE] interactive fiction game. Start with a [MAIN_CONFLICT] and design: 1) 3 major decision points, 2) 2-3 options per decision, 3) Consequences leading to at least [NUMBER] distinct endings. Flag which choices affect character relationships vs. plot outcomes.

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When to use this

For game designers writing text adventures or visual novels

Pro tips

  • Specify if choices should have delayed consequences
  • Ask for red herring options that seem significant but aren't

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