Ventnor Fringe 2023: ARCADE

“None are more hopelessly enslaved than those who falsely believe they are free.” - JOHANN WOLFGANG VON GOETHE

ARCADE is the latest immersive audio experience from DARKFIELD. But this isn’t an ordinary arcade and these are not ordinary arcade machines. Every machine offers you the chance to enter the world of the game and choose your own unique journey. As you guide your avatar through a world ravaged by endless war, there are many routes you can take and there are many different outcomes. You can choose a side, win or lose the war, search out a more peaceful route, or join a cult promising a better version of reality. Where will your decisions lead you?

Using the nostalgic 8-bit aesthetic of 1980’s video games, ARCADE’s interactive narrative explores the evolving relationship between players and avatars. This choose-your-own-path experience will fully immerse players in alternate environments in a completely dark shipping container, using 360 degree binaural sound and sensory effects. Players will be asked to address deep existential questions about free will and consciousness in a world where some may win and some may lose…

Please note: This experience takes place in complete darkness. The container will be located at the 'Town Square' outside St Catherine's Church. Performances last approx 25mins. This performance is 'standing' If you have any access requirements such as wheelchair space please email hello@vfringe.co.uk with the subject ARCADE so we can offer support.

Friday 21st - Sunday 30th July (no shows on Monday 24th July)
1pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm, 3.15pm, 4,pm 5.45pm, 6.30pm, 7.15pm, 8pm, 8.45pm (duration approx 25 mins)
Tickets: £12, £10 Under 25, Culture / Unlimited Pass 2for1
16+