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Shailesh Singh Bisht

Game Dev & Narrative Systems Portfolio

🧠 Inspirations & Favorites

These are the games, movies, and stories that shaped how I think, build, and design.

🎮 Games

Worlds that reshaped how I think about gameplay loops, mechanics, immersion, and interactive narrative.

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Red Dead Redemption 2

A masterclass in slow-burn storytelling and emotional depth. Arthur Morgan’s journey redefined what a game protagonist could be—raw, flawed, unforgettable.

#Narrative#Western#Open World
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Grand Theft Auto V

A wild, satirical sandbox where chaos and clever systems collide. GTA V taught me how gameplay mechanics and narrative tone can dance together.

#Open World#Satire#Multicharacter
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Skyrim

A world I truly lived in—where every mountain, ruin, and tavern felt like home. Skyrim is freedom, lore, and adventure in pure form.

#RPG#Fantasy#Modding
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BioShock

A mind-bending shooter that weaves philosophy and atmosphere into every corner. Choice, control, and a city that’s a character in itself.

#Immersive Sim#Twist#Philosophy
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The Witcher 3

A world brimming with moral complexity and lived-in stories. Every quest, every choice, every line of dialogue feels meaningful.

#RPG#Slavic Myth#Dialogue Design

🎬 Movies

Cinematic journeys that shaped my pacing, mood, tone, and how stories are visually delivered.

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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Every frame is iconic. Tension, music, and style blend into a cinematic legend that’s as sharp as its title.

#Western#Cinematography#Iconic
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The Lord of the Rings Trilogy

Epic in every sense—mythology, character arcs, and a handcrafted world that feels as real as our own.

#Fantasy#Epic#Trilogy
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Star Wars: A New Hope

The blueprint for the hero’s journey. Star Wars built the foundation for modern sci-fi and adventure storytelling.

#Sci-Fi#Adventure#Classic
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Avengers: Endgame

A cinematic crescendo—stakes, legacy, and emotion collide in a finale that’s both epic and deeply personal.

#Superhero#Ensemble#Climax
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Gangs of Wasseypur

A sprawling, poetic crime saga that shattered my ideas of Indian storytelling. Raw, bold, and utterly unique.

#Crime#Epic#Indian Cinema

📺 Shows & Anime

Longform stories that taught me how characters evolve, how tension escalates, and how worlds breathe.

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Breaking Bad

The most precise character transformation ever written. Every episode is a masterclass in tension and payoff.

#Crime#Character Arc#Tension
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True Detective (Season 1)

Philosophy wrapped in noir and decay. Dialogue, pacing, and mood at their absolute peak.

#Noir#Crime#Existential
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Game of Thrones

Before the fall, it redefined political storytelling on TV. Betrayal, ambition, and tragedy on a grand scale.

#Fantasy#Politics#Tragedy
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Attack on Titan

Worldbuilding through mystery and dread. Twists, philosophy, and chaos layered into every reveal.

#Anime#Dark#Philosophical
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How I Met Your Mother

Nostalgia, humor, and surprisingly deep life lessons—especially about timing and friendship.

#Sitcom#Rom-Com#Bittersweet