Fictional Worlds That Break All the Rules

🌌Fictional worlds like 'Viewfinder' and 'Manifold Garden' break the rules of reality, defying gravity, time, and space.

🔁'Superliminal' and 'Jazzpunk' challenge players with illogical rules and surreal environments, inviting them to see reality from new perspectives.

🎨Games like 'Cuccchi' take inspiration from abstract art and explore the power of visual perception to create immersive worlds.

🐶'An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs' playfully distorts familiar environments, highlighting the arbitrary nature of rules and conventions.

💡These fictional worlds remind us that many rules and conventions in our own reality are constructs we've collectively agreed upon.

Are these games suitable for all ages?

—Some of these games may contain content that is not suitable for young children. It is recommended to check the age rating and content warnings for each game before playing.

What platforms are these games available on?

—These games are available on various platforms, including PC, console, and sometimes mobile devices. Check the official websites or digital storefronts for specific platform availability.

Can these games be completed?

—While these games have objectives and goals, they often prioritize exploration and unique experiences over traditional completion. The journey and the discoveries made along the way are often the main focus.

Do these games require special hardware or controllers?

—Most of these games can be played with a standard mouse and keyboard or a console controller. Some may offer additional support for virtual reality (VR) devices or specialized controllers, but it is not always necessary.

Can I play these games on my mobile phone?

—Some of these games may have mobile versions or similar experiences available on mobile devices. However, not all games mentioned in this video are specifically designed for mobile platforms. Check the official websites or app stores for mobile availability.

00:02Introduction to a game called 'Viewfinder' that breaks the rules of reality, allowing players to place photos to defy gravity.

03:00Discussion of the game 'Superliminal' where the rules of perspective and perception come into play, creating a mind-bending experience.

06:31Exploration of 'Manifold Garden', a game inspired by MC Escher's artwork, where the laws of gravity and space are twisted.

10:46Introduction to 'Jazzpunk', a satirical game that parodies Cold War spy genre and questions the absurdity of reality.

14:56Overview of 'An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs', a game set in an airport run by dogs, distorting familiar conventions.

17:10Discussion of 'Cuccchi', an interactive experience featuring abstract landscapes inspired by Enzo Cucchi's paintings.

18:25Exploration of the concept that even real-life airports can be seen as fictional worlds with their own constructed rules.