Color Theory in Narrative Games

Using Color as a Narrative Tool

This exploration documents how color palettes communicate emotional states and thematic information to players without explicit dialogue.

Color Psychology in Game Design

Colors trigger emotional responses. Cool tones suggest calm, isolation, or sadness. Warm tones evoke energy, danger, or comfort.

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The Palette System

I developed a color system tied to character emotional states:

• Amber/Gold - Hope, warmth, memory
• Deep Blue - Melancholy, mystery, contemplation
• Red/Rust - Conflict, passion, danger
• Gray/Desaturated - Loss, emptiness, despair

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Implementation

Environments shift color based on narrative moment. As characters’ emotional states change, the world’s color temperature shifts subtly. Players feel the mood change before consciously recognizing it.

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