Interactive Fiction
/ˌɪntərˈæktɪv ˈfɪkʃən/
noun — “storytelling you play instead of just read.”
Interactive Fiction is a form of narrative-driven digital experience where the player shapes the story through direct textual input. Unlike traditional novels, the reader is no longer a passive consumer; they issue commands, make choices, and influence outcomes. The line between reading and playing blurs, creating a hybrid of literature, puzzle-solving, and game mechanics.
Text Adventure
/ˈtɛkst ædˌvɛnʧər/
noun — “interactive storytelling through typed commands.”
Text Adventure is a genre of digital games where the player explores virtual worlds, solves puzzles, and interacts with characters entirely through text input and output. Instead of relying on graphics or animations, Text Adventures immerse the player by describing locations, objects, and events in words, inviting imagination to fill in the visual gaps.