Scotland

Arcade – Summerhall Terrace

Set within a fully sealed and completely dark and sound-proofed container outside Summerhall, as a half-hour filler I have no problem with this at all.

Personally, I might prefer a recumbent half-hour with a yoga track, but as a decompression from the sometimes over-whelming sights and sounds of the Fringe, this works either way.

You certainly have more agency than previous container experiences I have had, you have a button to make choices yes or no, you have a token (use it wisely!) and a slot to put it in. Of course, there are multiple ways the storyline can twist and turn and for hardened arcade fans this might need multiple outings.

The audible experience is excellent as is the haptic feedback. At one point, when your partner is wasted right beside you, you experience a splash of blood on your face and feel the thud beside you. Its visceral.

Not really my ‘bag’, but hey, I can still appreciate the tech.

Now, on to that yoga experience.

Reviewer: Greg Holstead

Reviewed: 8th August 2024

North West End UK Rating:

Rating: 3 out of 5.

Running time – 30mins

Greg Holstead

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