Gone are the Cinema

For those who love Lost or 24, and for those who don't play video games but love the movies, please read anyway.

Just for fun, let's watch the opening for the "DVD Box set" Alone in the Dark first:


For a long time video games tell stories in cinematic ways. i.e. The three act structure, the dynamic camera angles, character driven, etc, etc.

The best example is Metal Gear Solid, Gears of War and Resident Evil. Silent Hill even.

As of today, I have a new love: Alone in the Dark.

For those who love Lost, you will definitely love Alone in the Dark.

It does not just have the cinematic story telling anymore. Instead, it follows television series format. For example: When you start playing, you play by episodes. Once completed, you will play the next one, starting if a recap of the last episode with a little preview of what you will see in this one.

Also, the opening theme plays.

Of course the players can choose to skip it.

Also, players can choose their "DVD" episode. This means that they can skip episodes in case they are unable to survive that stage. The developers have considered about cheating and in order to get to the finale, play everything first.

It is a sign that television is back and has evolved and is influencing the way we tell stories.

Again, for those who don't play video games but love the movies, I strongly urge you to watch this:



Yes, their marketing and style work. I'm sure. I. Will. Play. Alone in the Dark. I am going to love this word: Previously.

FUCKING MIND BLOWING.

Soon, TV will come back to try and take over cinema again.

Phil Harrison Interview:


"Are you safe/sane/sick?"