In this new three-minute theory video, Greg Mc Guinness takes us through the spectacle of the ‘deer cam’ in San Andreas, examines what we mean by play, and how this ties into theories of the posthuman.
Author Archives: Steph Farnsworth
Cyberpunk 2077 and the neo-Gothic werewolf
In this video, Steph Farnsworth looks at the concept of the neo-Gothic werewolf and how Cyberpunk 2077 depicts this modern monster.
Corpo creations: How Cyberpunk 2077 explores manufactured mutants – by Steph Farnsworth
Introduction Avatars are our escape points into imaginative worlds. Their capacity to transport us into another realm allows players a certain freedom, and so it becomes a bold choice to give players a protagonist that is facing a chronic and terminal illness. But this becomes the foundation of Cyberpunk 2077’s story, as the game andContinue reading “Corpo creations: How Cyberpunk 2077 explores manufactured mutants – by Steph Farnsworth”
3 Minute Theory: Introduction
Our 3 Minute Theory section is for theoretical concepts, ideas and analysis of between 300 – 600 words. Alternatively, researchers may submit 3-6 minute videos to our YouTube channel. These are quick written articles to disseminate core ideas, and to engage in an accessible but thorough way with contemporary games studies theorists and developers. TopicsContinue reading “3 Minute Theory: Introduction”
Join MultiPlay’s Committee
MultiPlay is a new academic network that supports a multidisciplinary approach to games studies. We help connect researchers and promote opportunities in the field of games studies, and we organise games studies related events such as conferences. We are currently seeking committee members to help extend the reach of the network, and grow our membership.Continue reading “Join MultiPlay’s Committee”
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