How can I get in touch with a game developer?

Question

I know this sounds stupid, "Hahaha, another person who thinks they can get their dumb idea made." I'm a writer and I couldn't sleep last night. I'm writing a short story but I finally realized that the story I'm writing would be better as a game. I think it would be interesting to get into games too(first time I've thought about it). I don't want to say anything about it because I want it to be exclusively for the Wii simply for the fact that I think some controls could only be done on the Wii and I would want 1 to 1 movement, plus I don't want them to crap out the graphics like they usually do with the Wii. Come one people, nobody has actually used the Wii's potential, and don't make fun of the Wii, I know the 360 and PS3 actually have better graphics.

Answer 1

Well, there are a couple things you can go to get your game made:



1. Contact independent game designers- you aren't going to be able to get through to anyone at a large company like EA; however, there are a bunch of small independent companies always looking for the next big sleeper hit.



2. If you don't mind using the xbox 360, get yourself a copy of XNA. It is microsoft's gaming dev kit, and it is supposed to be user friendly enough that ANYONE can create games with the software (and unlike most development kits, it only cost $99, and is aimed at independent designers to create games for xbox live).



3. Because you would be programing for either Wiiware or Xbox Live Arcade (games that sell on store shelves are incredibly expensive and difficult to make), find a local programmer that would be willing to go into business with you (check out your local colleges, there is always someone looking to break into the industry).



There is one thing you want to note:



Nintendo is notoriously hard to work with (although easy to program for), there is a reason most 3rd party software sucks on Nintendo consoles.



Good luck!



Update:



I just realized I didn't really answer your question. To contact an independent studio, first find a game that is similar to your own (be it geometry wars, world of goo, etc...), and with independent companies it is simply a matter of calling those companies and trying to set up an appointment with a project manager. When you do call, you are going to want to speak to the manager, not the designers.

Answer 2

You know i would try maybe contacting a company by mail, email. Like EA or something. they should read it and it might help you out. I think you could make a good game.

Answer 3

Try websites, maybe check the boxes of some games for contact info and write them ...

Answer 4

I have no clue, maybe email or call one of the companies, just go on site and get the information.