Alternate Reality Game

ARGNetcast, Episode 128: Thomas Dolby and a BIG Announcement

by Steve Peters January 16, 2012 ARG

On this show, singer/songwriter Thomas Dolby joins hosts Steve Peters and JC Hutchins, as they discuss Science, pushing creativity forward through technology, and the unique game project he co-created for his latest album, The Map of the Floating City. Links from this show: JC Hutchins Metacortechs Thomas Dolby A Map of the Floating City (game and [...]

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ARGNetcast, Episode 126: Heroes Creator Tim Kring

by Steve Peters July 29, 2010 ARG

On this show, Heroes creator Tim Kring joins host Steve Peters (NoMimes Media), and talks about the unique challenges of trailblazing transmedia projects in the world of network television, his immersive interactive participation drama Conspiracy for Good, and its surprising connection to Heroes. Whether you’re a Heroes fan, ARG player or Transmedia developer, you won’t want to miss [...]

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ARG Netcast, Episode 123: Xtreme Transmedia!!

by Steve Peters June 9, 2010 ARG

This week, special guests Yomi Ayeni (Expanding Universe) and Lewis Murphy join host Steve Peters (NoMimes Media) in talking about the power and pitfalls of taking Transmedia and ARGs to the extreme. You won’t want to miss this extended-length ARGNetcast! Links from this show: WIRED http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2010-06/1/unlock-wired’s-new-issue-and-win-an-ipad http://challengerdispatch.com Clockwork Watch http://www.clockworkwatch.com http://seductivealchemy.info Breathe http://breathewith.me MimeFeed http://nomimes.com/newsblog/creating-buzz-vs-the-player-experience [...]

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ARGs in the Real World

by Dave Szulborski September 22, 2007 ARG

ARGs in the Real World Upcoming Special ARG Events You Don’t Want to Miss Dave Szulborski I’m taking a brief break before finishing up the Dark Side of Alternate Reality Games series to let you know about a couple of very special ARG events coming up in the near future. If you truly …

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The Hidden Elements

by Dave Szulborski September 15, 2007 ARG

In my two previous entries on the subject I’ve tried to dispel some of the misconceptions about the ”Dark Side of Alternate Reality Games”, including the beliefs that they are inherently: a) evil, b) mind control exercises, c) hoaxes, d) corporate funded marketing campaigns, or e) any combination of the above.

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Myths and Misconceptions

by Dave Szulborski September 1, 2007 alternate reality games

In continuing on with this “expose” about the Dark Side of Alternate Reality Games, let’s begin by addressing that little gem of wisdom quoted above. It’s full of enough misconceptions to easily fill up another column. So let’s look at some of the stated and implied meanings about ARGs in the quote, and see how they hold up to a few facts and exposure to the truth.

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The Blame Game

by Dave Szulborski August 25, 2007 ARG

It’s finally happened.

In some ways, I’m surprised it took so long.

Someone has at last discovered the darker side and true hidden purpose of Alternate Reality Games.

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The Rise of the ARG

by Dave Szulborski August 18, 2007 ARG

The Rise of the ARG Alternate Reality Games are Everywhere! Dave Szulborski If you haven’t been lucky enough to experience the unique thrill of immersing yourself in an Alternate Reality Game (or ARG) yet, you couldn’t pick a better time to do it than right now. ARGs are literally popping up everywhere, from major …

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Real Life Rabbit Holes

by Dave Szulborski August 11, 2007 ARG

Real Life Rabbit Holes The World of Szukalski Dave Szulborski When I’m speaking to groups eager to know more about Alternate Reality Games (ARGs), I often begin by trying to explain how the name isn’t really a very good match to the experience offered by many ARGs. For one thing, they don’t look and …

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