Play three newly commissioned arcade games from Australian developers Craig Duturbure, Brie Healy and Ratmouse Games. Each one draws on the nostalgia of retro games and technologies, exploring how they shape our way of seeing the world today.

Quiver by Craig Duturbure

What if videogames create love not war? That’s the question Quiver explores by casting you as Cupid in this 2D radial shooter. Inspired by the classic 1983 arcade game Gyruss, shoot arrows at strangers to spread love before Valentine’s Day is over.

QIP by Brie Healy

Explore a miniature toy world to uncover letters that piece together the protagonist’s identity. Combining 2D arcade aesthetics with perspective-shifting mechanics, this puzzle platformer immerses players in nostalgia, childhood escapism and the spatial evolution of games.

Pop-up Crashout by Ratmouse Games

Take a trip back to the old internet with the help of Larry, your handy dandy desktop assistant. Fend off a fever dream of non-stop pop-ups as you trawl through websites from a bygone era. Can you download your cyber-prize before you install malware on the family computer?

When

10am - 5pm  | 3 - 11 October

Where
ACMI

Tickets

Email

migw@acmi.net.au