I heard some time ago about this topic.
I want to know more games like Emily Short’s “When in Rome #1”
“As the author says, this is a lunchtime game. Easy and brief: just some 15 minutes to reach the end (though it doesn’t really end, cause 4 more episodes are coming - supposedly).”
A game which lasts only one turn. Depending on your action, you learn something about your character’s background. Through many plays, you can piece together your characters history.
Thank you, I just know I have seen this topic before elseware.
Many games (around 30) from the last ifcomp may enter this “lunchtime” categorie.
Curiously the game that start the topic isn’t in your list.
SpeedIF and Mini Comp games are usually fairly short. They also tend to have a small map, so you can keep it in your head. Admittedly, they’re not everyone’s cup of tea, but I used to enjoy playing them on my phone while travelling to and from work on the train.
I never played Pick Up the Phone Booth and Die until just now, and it led me to Pick Up the Phone Booth and Aisle, which is absolutely the most amazing game I’ve ever played. I’m cracking up.