Sweet Paprika to AAA: How Sexy Graphic Novels Are Challenging Game Storytelling Norms
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Sweet Paprika to AAA: How Sexy Graphic Novels Are Challenging Game Storytelling Norms

ddefying
2026-02-04
10 min read
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Steamy graphic novels like Sweet Paprika are forcing games to grow up. Here's how creators and AAA can adapt—and profit.

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