Turjan
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I guess enjoyment of titles like this depends somewhat on the expectations you start with. I was aware of the nature of some of these when I took a look. I think Dear Esther was one of the earlier ones I tried, but I had already been warned that this was not a game. I was nevertheless a little bit surprised that there were actually no interactive elements at all, you could just walk around, swim, and look around. Anyway, I accepted that this was not a game and just went with it. I guess I'm the only one in this thread who didn't see his time in there as a waste. It was slightly long-winded for what it wanted to achieve, but in the end, I liked it well enough. Just don't listen to that crap about the "future of gaming". It certainly isn't anything like that.
Proteus had a bit more interactivity. It doesn't overstay its welcome. I liked the colorful style and the associated music, there are a few things to discover and try out, so I was quite happy with this. I only paid a few cents, so who cares.
As long as you don't wade into the debate whether that's a game or not and just take them for what they are, these titles can be quite enjoyable. If you know what to expect, you won't probably even try them if that's not anything you are interested in. Most of the outrage I've seen stems from the meta-discussion about some pretentious statements from people about whose opinions I just don't care. Just leave the baggage at the door and pretend it's some slightly more interactive TV show.
Proteus had a bit more interactivity. It doesn't overstay its welcome. I liked the colorful style and the associated music, there are a few things to discover and try out, so I was quite happy with this. I only paid a few cents, so who cares.
As long as you don't wade into the debate whether that's a game or not and just take them for what they are, these titles can be quite enjoyable. If you know what to expect, you won't probably even try them if that's not anything you are interested in. Most of the outrage I've seen stems from the meta-discussion about some pretentious statements from people about whose opinions I just don't care. Just leave the baggage at the door and pretend it's some slightly more interactive TV show.