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The Vergecast

Inside the global computer crash

Jul 23, 2024
01:18:55
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Tom Warren discusses the global computer crash, Victoria Song and Adrian Hon share insight on making exercising fun, and the hosts explore the role of handheld gadgets for new parents.
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Quick takeaways

  • Zombies Run prioritizes fun and storytelling over competitive fitness tech anxiety.
  • Immersive audio narrative in Zombies Run keeps runners engaged and motivates them.

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The Conceptualization of Zombies Run as a Fitness Game

Zombies Run was created with the idea of combining storytelling with exercise. Adrian Han, the developer, wanted to make running more engaging and fun, especially considering the anxiety-inducing elements of gamification often seen in fitness tech. The game aimed to offer a unique experience where runners could enjoy an immersive audio story while running, focusing on motivating runners during the activity rather than after.

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