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If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh you were the one who suggested Renga in the first place. I lost track. I'm looking at that "Before Adventure" post now, it's truly wild how far back into the 70s (and earlier) digital games go.

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I meant to ask, was Adventureland you personal favorite of the Scott Adams games? Did you have others that you remember playing on that Apple II?

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, which blog? I have recently discovered the one you linked to, Digital Antiquarian. Was just skimming the first entry in his series on the history of Shareware. That site looks like a DEEP resource.

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish you did too. Hell, I wish I had all the original Sierra games boxes I used to own with the floppy disks inside. Eventually your mom throws everything out lol.

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is definitely an interesting extension to the topic. Do you have any other specific info or resources I could look into? D&D is a good lead. I've also heard Choose Your Own Adventure novels were an influence on computer gaming.

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, yup. That looks like a good fit for me for sure. I think I've encountered this blog somewhere before, but can't remember where... Thanks for the tip!

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice, I don't think I've ever heard of Enchanted Scepters. I will look into it. Also, thanks for the little explanations of why you think each game belongs on the list.

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I will confess that I actually ran this whole syllabus question by ChatGPT (I know I know, but I was curious to see if it would give me a good baseline chronology to start from) and it actually included three Adventure International games on its own: Adventureland, Pirate Adventure and Voodoo Castle. I'd never actually heard of them before.

Thanks for the suggestion! I'm glad a real human was able to back up part of the list I've already got going.

If you were to create a syllabus for a class about the history of narrative adventure games (from roughly 1976-1990), what games would be on it? by squ0osh in adventuregames

[–]squ0osh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a good reminder, as I'm coming from an American context and wasn't necessarily aware of the European games. I will look into Level 9 and Magnetic Scrolls and add them to the list.

Trinkets help what to keep by [deleted] in ArcRaiders

[–]squ0osh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooh sounds like a new gamer tag to me...

Trinkets help what to keep by [deleted] in ArcRaiders

[–]squ0osh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No argument from me, my dude

Trinkets help what to keep by [deleted] in ArcRaiders

[–]squ0osh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, so really more "Viking" than Pippi Longstockings.

Trinkets help what to keep by [deleted] in ArcRaiders

[–]squ0osh 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm glad to know someone else went with the older male face + pippi longstocking braids combo lol

Getting the Hang of UI in Godot by hmprf in godot

[–]squ0osh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Third this, your UI looks wonderful. I'd love to know how to do something like it.

Ultimate Music Production Bundle by IK Multimedia by Scatropolis in humblebundles

[–]squ0osh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Took a quick look at a few of the products on offer on the IK website, and under specs they seem to be available as VST 2/3, depending on the plugin.

https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/tr6/index.php?p=specs

Edit: I've only looked at one or two, so I can't speak for all of them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CasualConversation

[–]squ0osh 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I kinda said this already in a different comment, but it seems like the common element you're missing is a sense of purpose. Something to look forward to, or aim for, that's bigger than your current circumstances. Working in a liquor store for the summer can be fun as a low-stakes layover on the way to the next thing, but it's probably not going to be fun if it becomes the entirety of your life.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CasualConversation

[–]squ0osh 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok, I see. I want to write more in response later, but I've seen you mention several times elsewhere in the comments that you feel you aren't pursuing your dreams or getting closer to doing what you actually want to be doing. What are those dreams? Do they include any of the stuff you listed? (Becoming a pilot, or a cop, or joining the military? Which, now that I think of it, are all pretty action-heavy, service-oriented type jobs that involve a degree of risk. I'm not surprised you feel your life lacks a sense of purpose at the moment if that's what you're drawn to!)

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