Laid up with the 'flu, so decided to grab a copy and check it out. It's officially available for download here (720p, no DRM) via gog.com for $2.99 right now, which is half-off the regular price. The DVD is on Amazon here for $12.98.
Before getting into what the movie is, I'm going to describe what it's not:
- It's not a movie about chasing high scores
- It's not a movie following individuals within the classic arcade gaming scene
- It's not a movie documenting the history of arcade games or gaming
That said, each of those items is a component of the film, which is basically about Richie Knucklez' love for old video games and how that has affected both his life and others' lives.
Where high score competitions are mentioned, they are shown as an aspect of how that has shaped his interests - much as any part looking at other individuals or the history of gaming does. These are not the focal points of the film, however. The games, how they affected him and others, and how that led him to open an arcade full of classic games is the story.
Overall, an enjoyable watch. The last third is a little uneven in terms of pacing (frankly, it gets slow at times), but it's basically well done. Not going to break any new ground with anyone familiar with most of the history, but it is an aspect of classic arcade gaming that hasn't really been focussed on until now.
There's also a stinger after the credits. Won't spoil it (and it is pretty silly), but it is something to look out for.
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Just watched it
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