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Dying Computer Adventures

'Visual Out' Captures the Visual Aesthetic of an Ancient PC

— March 30, 2018 — Tech
Games within computer settings are not uncommon, but Visual Out manages to actually breathe new life in the mainframe of a dying computer. Visual Out sets players on an adventure through files, code and a rotting mainframe, and utilizes an interesting environment-bending mechanic to make puzzle solving unique. Players will take control of a rogue program descending into the operating system of a collapsing cyberspace with the goal of uncovering secrets of the computer and its creators.

With a glitchy and flickering aesthetic, Visual Out manages to beautifully capture and create the look of an old school computer. Pixel art populates the screen, and players will view the world through the screen of CRT monitor. The color palette is washed in dark shades, but the game does manage to use color in a way that indicates useful items and damaging blasts. Gameplay takes on a Metroidvania feel and gives players an expansive world to traverse filled with pitfalls and enemy bosses.
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Retro Gaming - Opportunity for game developers to create immersive games that evoke nostalgia and retro gaming aesthetics using advanced technology.
2. Cyberworld Adventure Games - Opportunity for game developers to create games with cyber themes, incorporating unique environment-bending mechanics for puzzle-solving and immersive gameplay.
3. Glitchy Aesthetic Design - Opportunity for designers to experiment with glitchy and flickering aesthetics that mimic an old school computer to create a unique retrofuturistic visual style for retro-futuristic games and designs.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - Opportunity for game developers to create engaging and immersive games that utilize unique environment-bending mechanics, evocative of retro gaming aesthetics.
2. Design Industry - Opportunity for designers to use glitchy and flickering aesthetics to create groundbreaking and iconic designs, especially for retro-futuristic products, packaging, and advertising.
3. Technology Industry - Opportunity for tech companies to develop new technologies that can enhance the retro gaming experience and create innovative products for gamers and collectors.
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