Holly Gramazio reflects on the closure of the Now Play This festival, which she co-founded to showcase experimental game design. The event, held annually at Somerset House in London, provided an antidote to traditional video game conventions by highlighting indie creativity and community engagement. It was a platform for unique and playful games, contrasting with mainstream events focused on blockbuster titles. Gramazio's own work as a novelist and game designer delves into contemporary themes, further enriching the narrative surrounding the festival's significance in the gaming community.
In her reflections on Now Play This, Holly Gramazio emphasizes the festival's unique approach to game design, showcasing indie creativity and community engagement as its core strengths.
Gramazio recalls her childhood game with Summer, highlighting how their playful rebellion against adult expectations mirrors the innovative spirit of experimental game design.
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