Listen "Are Video Games the Art Form of the Future? – Gentleland Show #8"
Episode Synopsis
Are video games just entertainment, or are they the defining art form of the 21st century?In this episode of The Gentleland Show, Jacky, Edwin, and Sam dive deep into the intersection of games, creativity, and artistic expression. From comparisons with classic art forms like sculpture and painting to discussions on interactivity, symbolism, cultural storytelling, and AI-generated assets. 00:00 Intro 02:18 What Makes Games Artistic? 03:15 Expression vs. Commerce 07:02 Evolution of Hardware and Meaning 10:00 The Line Between Art and Craft 13:13 The Pain Station and Experimental Art 15:08 Games as Information-Based Art 17:13 Games as Microcosms of Art History 21:25 Self-Expression and Postmodernism 23:57 Games, Culture, and Identity 31:26 If Games Are Art, What Comes Next? 33:00 Outro & How to Connect with Us 🌐 Explore Gentleland Aegis: A gamified dashboard meets city-builder, built for game developers and those who want to become one. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gentleland/gentleland-a-city-builder-meets-real-world-game-dev-journey 📬 Let us know your thoughts or stories about gaming culture: [email protected] 🌐 Follow us: Twitter/X : @thegentlelandTikTok: @thegentlelandInstagram: @thegentleland LinkedIn: GentlelandFacebook: Gentleland Youtube: @GentlelandShow
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