As a GenXer who grew up in the 80s, Infocom games were a big part of my gaming back then. I've managed to keep one eye on the competitions and try new games out on occasion. The quality is astounding!

It's been about 50 years since Will Crowther began work on Adventure, and the genre's come a long way since. The 31st annual Interactive Fiction competition is underway, with finalists ready to be ...

Two of the most popular casual gaming genres are visual novels and interactive fiction. These unique niches focus less on intense gameplay and mechanics, instead emphasizing compelling characters and ...

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