Illuminate The Play: A Festive Gaming Celebration at National Videogame Museum

Experience Independent Innovation

The event celebrates the creativity of independent developers, offering visitors a chance to control light itself in three inventive and mesmerising games. Highlights include:

• Line Wobbler: Created by Robin Baumgarten, this award-winning minimalist game uses a spring-based controller to navigate a five-metre-long LED strip display. Players ‘wobble’ the controller to defeat enemies and progress through a dazzling light-based adventure.
• Glow Golf: Developed by Alex Johansson, this family-friendly game recreates the thrill of putting on a bright green LED display with a spring-loaded handle.
• Tap o’ War: Designed by the NVM team, this interactive experience replaces the traditional tug-of-war rope with a red-versus-blue light showdown, where players compete in a button-bashing battle.

Virtual Reality Meets Retro Gaming

Visitors can also step into the world of Virtual Reality with an immersive reimagining of the classic Tetris Effect. This modern adaptation offers a sensory-rich experience, combining stunning visuals, music, and special effects, all enhanced by PlayStation VR technology.

Event Details

Running from 21st December 2024 to 5th January 2025, Illuminate The Play is designed to inspire and delight players of all ages. Whether you’re a gaming enthusiast or a curious newcomer, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.