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Interactive Documentary

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technology1 year ago

Tetris Forever: A Legendary Puzzle Game Reimagined on Switch

Tetris Forever, a new retro game collection by Digital Eclipse, explores the complex history of Tetris through an interactive documentary format. The collection includes 18 Tetris games, some previously unreleased, and features a timeline of the game's development, including interviews with creator Alexey Pajitnov. It also introduces Tetris Time Warp, a modern version with historical gameplay elements. Launching on November 12th, Tetris Forever offers a comprehensive look at Tetris' cultural impact and evolution.

gaming1 year ago

"Exploring Jeff Minter's Psychedelic Game Legacy: A Documentary Bundle on Steam"

A new "interactive documentary" called Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story is now available on Steam, bundling 42 of legendary British indie developer Jeff Minter's classic games for modern PCs. The collection includes early works from platforms like Sinclair ZX81, Commodore VIC-20, C64, and Atari Jaguar, but notably excludes some of his more recent releases like Space Giraffe and Polybius. Additionally, Songbird Productions announced the revival of Minter's Tempest 3000 for the Nuon set-top box, although it remains exclusive to the original hardware.

gaming1 year ago

"Uncovering the Legacy of Jeff Minter: A Playable Documentary Review"

Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story for Nintendo Switch is an interactive documentary that delves into the career and mind of video game designer Jeff Minter, founder of Llamasoft. The documentary provides a comprehensive look at Minter's life, including his creations, experiences, and the corporatization of the gaming industry. It features playable games, videos, image galleries, and interviews, offering a deep dive into Minter's work. Despite minor audio sync issues, the documentary is a well-crafted and immersive experience, showcasing Minter's impact on gaming history.