Try as I might, I will be unable to review all of the comp games this year. It’s not you, it’s me! I fill my life with other activities. Judging ends in two days’ time, and I have seven games to go; I’m just not going to make it. So my apologies in advance to…
Read more“Rogue of the Multiverse” by C.E.J. Pacian Congratulations, convict 76954! You have been selected for scientific experimentation! You will be matter-transmitted to exotic non-Treaty worlds – where opportunities abound to take in fantastic sights and mingle with colourful locals! This sounds like a randomly generated roguelike in IF format. As the only TADS game in…
Read more“Sons of the Cherry” by Alex Livingston A multiple-choice game. Instead of using a z-code interpreter, this game runs in the browser and is more of a choose-your-own-adventure experience. I’m usually less impressed by these efforts; let’s see how this one holds up. If you would like spoilers, click below. If not, navigate away from…
Read more“The Chronicler” by John Evans A short game with a few interesting tricks. It’s not the most interesting blurb I’ve ever read. I predict that I’ll either be an immortal bearing witness to the development of humanity, or a newspaperman in 1907. Spoilers continue on page A3.
Read more“Flight of the Hummingbird: An Interactive Costumed Caper” by Michael Martin Dr. Sinister is at it again! The Concordance of Powered Response isn’t entirely clear on what it is he’s planning, but it’s big. This is clearly a task for one of the world’s mightiest champions! Hooray! This sounds light and fun, which is exactly…
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