For those who design inclusive games for new audiences, for those who research game culture and impact, and for those who are designing in the yet to be imagined realms of gameplay in virtual reality, we are each of us walking in the myriad paths first charted by Brenda Laurel. A must read for those interested in the future of games about one of its greatest pioneers.

Tracy Fullerton, Professor and Chair, USC School of Cinematic Arts, Interactive Media & Games Division, USA

As someone who has considered Brenda Laurel a friend, mentor, and thinking partner through the years, I was excited, and a bit nervous, to be reading a book that tries to capture her contributions and legacy as a groundbreaking game designer and utopian entrepreneur. This book passes along her vision and wisdom to the next generation of designers, from her early experiments in VR and exploration of what theater might teach us about interactive design, to Purple Moon's emphasis on design research, emotional adventures, fan engagement, and transmedia extension. Laurel was a transformative figure who helped to expand both who plays games and what kinds of experiences they offer to their players. And this book does a great job exploring her game design theory and practice in ways that are sure to inform and inspire anyone who wants to make a difference in this still emerging and expanding domain.

Henry Jenkins, Provost's Professor of Communication, Journalism, Cinematic Art, and Education, University of Southern California, USA