In the first of our non-Pynchon related bonus episodes, Cody leads a discussion about video games as an under-appreciated narrative form, specifically citing the 2017 Square Enix game, NieR: Automata, and its writer/director, Yoko Taro, as a prime example of how effective it can be when done right. While there are some light spoilers about some of the plot, there is nothing discussed which will take away from anyone’s first experience with the game.For anyone who doesn’t have the time or means to play the game, consider watching this video for an excellent examination of what makes the game so special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63PzQIbTrM8&list=WL&index=6&t=1s

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Bonus Episode - NieR: Automata