Embedding Twine on Tumblr: Your Game’s New Home
Alright, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of embedding your Twine game on Tumblr. Spoiler alert: it’s not as simple as sticking a link and saying, “Here ya go!” You need to host your game somewhere online before sharing it with your adoring fans—or, you know, the three friends who indulge your storytelling whims.
To kick things off, you’ll need to publish your Twine game using the ‘Publish to File’ option in Twine 2.x. This nifty feature generates an HTML file that you’ll save on your local device. So, save that file like it’s your favorite pet! Once you’ve got it tucked away, the fun begins.
Step 1: Hosting Your Game
Now that you’ve got your Twine magic encapsulated in the HTML file, you might ask, “Where do I put this bad boy?” Here’s your two-pronged approach:
- Google Drive: Sure, it’s like using a flip phone when everyone has smartphones, but it works for starting out! Upload the HTML file to your Google Drive. Just remember, this method is more suited for small groups because Google Drive has daily bandwidth restrictions. That means if your game goes viral (because it’s that good), you might just crash and burn — and not in a fabulous way.
- DriveToWeb: Once you’ve got your HTML file up in Google Drive, connect it to DriveToWeb. This service transforms your download link into a playable online link, so the masses can actually play, instead of just hoarding useless downloads.
- Real Game Sites: Ready to roll it out to the masses? Shoot for the big leagues—set up your game on platforms like itch.io, where you can not only share your game easily but also reach more eyeballs. Plus, they have features that allow you to monetize your creation. Folks can donate because, hey, who doesn’t love supporting independent creators?
Step 2: The Tumblr Connection
Once you’ve got your game hosted, definitely head over to Tumblr. Write a catchy post that piques interest and paste the link to your game in there. Unfortunately, Tumblr doesn’t allow direct HTML embedding, so just consider yourself the classy bartender serving up the drinks, aka the fun game, with a vibrant description to lure in the crowd.
Final Thoughts
Finally, you might be wondering about things like copyright for images, choices in your game, or if Twine could be a decent alternative to Ren’py. That’s a conversation for another day, my curious friend. Just remember to catalog everything creatively while ensuring you understand the guidelines of whatever platform you decide to host on.
If you need further assistance or have more tricky questions like, “Can I embed Twine on Tumblr and also make it awesome?” don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re here to help you navigate the intricacies of embedding twine and making your game the next big hit!
