#WarGames

About

#WarGames by Sam Barlow is an interactive narrative that flips traditional storytelling on its head. You watch multiple live video streams playing at once, security feeds, phone calls, computer screens, and decide which to focus on. Your attention shapes the plot as you piece together a conspiracy involving espionage and digital sabotage. The game rewards close observation over quick decisions, with outcomes branching based on what you choose to watch. What sets it apart is its non-linear structure and over 30 possible endings. Players spend about four hours navigating the tension between curiosity and oversight, often replaying to catch details missed. With a 78% critic score on Metacritic, it’s praised for its clever use of format to mirror themes of surveillance and information overload. The lack of hand-holding means it’s not for everyone, but those who enjoy slow-burn mysteries will find its approach refreshing.