There's the underlying feeling that writing must be easy, because it's all about putting letters together. That's only true in the same way that programming is all about putting numbers together.

Creativity comes from the part of the brain that is veritable soup of experiences, memories and influences. We really don't like to start questioning exactly where it comes from, in case it stops coming.

Games aren't created by writers rocking up to developers saying 'I have this great game story.' It's about establishing relationships and working hand in hand to create something wonderful.

I think it would be a great challenge to work on a military game which featured a female lead character. Since female soldiers are now being allowed on the frontlines, we're actually in danger of reality overtaking games!

Generally I wouldn't accept work on projects where I didn't agree with the sensibilities behind the main character.

I enjoy co-directing or even being there just for support because you get to see your script come to aural life in front of you.

They are very good reasons why voice acting in games can be so terrible. Writers are in a great position to be able to bridge this gap.