No half-assed performance: how playing with a live crowd turns video games into performance art

In this innovative video game, 'Asses.Masses,' players take control of donkeys as they navigate through various chapters filled with thought-provoking questions and puzzles. What sets it apart is that the gameplay requires collaboration between 70 other players in a theatre setting. The setup transforms the experience from a solitary activity to a performance art piece where everyone plays a crucial role.

The game opens with a series of questions, mostly related to donkeys, which requires collective effort to answer correctly. It was fascinating to see how different languages and expertise were utilized by various players to progress through the game. The atmosphere is lively and engaging, with some hilarious moments, especially when it comes to debating what to say or do next.

One unique aspect of 'Asses.Masses' is its ability to create a sense of camaraderie among players. Unlike traditional gaming experiences where you're often alone in your living room, this game brings people together in a theatre setting, fostering a shared experience that's both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Despite its intriguing concept, the game could have delved deeper into the idea of herd mentality, where individual decisions may not necessarily lead to significant outcomes. It was almost as if players were watching someone else play the game rather than actively participating.

Overall, 'Asses.Masses' is an interesting example of how video games can be reimagined as a form of collective performance art, blurring the lines between solo gaming and interactive storytelling. With its unique blend of humor, thought-provoking questions, and audience participation, it's no wonder that this game has garnered attention from theatre enthusiasts and gamers alike.

If you're looking for more games to engage with in a similar way or are interested in experiencing 'Asses.Masses' yourself, there are other options available. The SΓ©ance of Blake Manor and Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival offer unique experiences that could scratch that gaming itch, especially during Halloween week.

The Guardian's newsletter has also included recommendations for Halloween-themed games, as well as articles on game development and industry news. Readers can look forward to more gaming insights, reviews, and questions from the Question Block section in future issues.
 
you know what's kinda weird? how pizza places always have those "build your own" menus... like, who actually does that at home πŸ•πŸ˜‚ my aunt tried making her own pizza from scratch once and it was a disaster 🀣 ended up with a crust that was more like leather than dough. anyway, back to 'Asses.Masses'... i think what's cool is how they incorporated real-life languages and expertise into the game. reminds me of those online language exchange platforms where you can chat with people from different countries 🌎
 
I gotta say, 'Asses.Masses' sounds like a total wild card! I'm intrigued by the idea of playing with others in a theatre setting, it's like an interactive play that you're all part of πŸ˜‚. But, I'm not sure about the gameplay mechanics, it seems kinda shallow to me. What really gets my goat is when they say everyone plays a crucial role - no way! If 70 other players are involved, then who actually controls the donkey? 🐴 It's like they're just along for the ride. Still, I can appreciate the creativity behind this game and how it brings people together. But, let's get real, if you're gonna do that, at least make sure the gameplay is more substantial than just a bunch of questions! πŸ‘€
 
I just played Asses.Masses with my squad and omg it was wild! 🀯 I love how it's like a big group discussion, but through donkeys instead of just humans. The questions are so random, like what's the best type of food for donkeys? 🐴 And yeah, I agree that some of us were kinda just watching each other play rather than actually contributing. But at the same time, it was hilarious to see everyone's different opinions and expertise come together.

I also wish they delved more into the herd mentality aspect, but I guess that's a pretty deep topic for a game πŸ˜‚. Overall, though, Asses.Masses is like nothing I've ever played before - it's this weird fusion of gaming and theatre that's actually kinda brilliant. And can we talk about how cool it is to see players from different countries working together on the same puzzle? 🌎 It just goes to show that games can be so much more than just solo experiences.

Anyway, if you're looking for more games like this, I'd check out The SΓ©ance of Blake Manor and Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival - they both have a similar vibe. And The Guardian's newsletter is always got some sick gaming recs πŸ“šπŸ‘
 
idk about this Asses.Masses thing... seems like a bunch of people gettin together to do nothing but argue about stuff... like what's the point of playin a game where everyone else is just guessin' with ya? 😐 it's more like bein a spectator, watchin others make decisions for u. and it's not even like u can just quit or take a break, cuz u gotta stay in this "theatre setting" the whole time... feels like a bunch of people payin to hang out and look at each other be silly πŸ€”
 
I'm so obsessed with this new game 'Asses.Masses' 🀩 it's like nothing I've ever played before! The idea of playing as a donkey and collaborating with 70 other players is just genius πŸ˜‚ imagine the hilarious moments you'll have debating what to say or do next! And it's not just about having fun, it's also super thought-provoking - I love how it makes you think about herd mentality and how individual decisions can affect the outcome πŸ€” but honestly, what if players are just following each other like a donkey in a field? πŸ΄πŸ˜‚ anyway, if you're looking for more games to play with friends or try something new, 'Asses.Masses' is definitely worth checking out!
 
I'm still trying to figure out how a 2 hour theatre session with 70 strangers is going to be an 'entertaining' experience 🀣. I mean, who doesn't love being herded like a donkey towards some obscure goal? And what's up with the 'debating what to say or do next' part - sounds like just an excuse for people to make fools of themselves on stage πŸ˜‚.
 
I gotta say, 'Asses.Masses' is a pretty cool concept πŸ€”. I mean, who wouldn't want to team up with 70 other people to solve puzzles and debates about donkeys? It's like this game takes the usual solo gaming experience and turns it into something truly unique... but at times, feels kinda like you're all just watching each other play? πŸ˜… Still, I love how it brings people together in a theatre setting - it's literally a performance art piece! πŸ’₯ And the humor? Oh man, there are some hilarious moments. But I think the game could've really explored that herd mentality aspect more... maybe next time? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ All in all, 'Asses.Masses' is like that one weird cousin at the family reunion - it's quirky, but you kinda want to invite them to stay 😊
 
I mean, I played Asses.Masses too... πŸ€” It was a weird experience, but I guess it's cool that they got people from different backgrounds working together to solve puzzles 🀝. The theatre setting is definitely unique, like watching a game with your whole family, except it's not just for fun, you actually have to pay attention and participate 🎭. I liked the parts where we had to figure out what to say or do next, but sometimes I felt like it was more about being part of a group than an actual game πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ. The game could've explored that whole herd mentality thing a bit more though... 😏 Anyway, if you're into interactive storytelling and stuff, Asses.Masses is worth checking out πŸ‘€
 
omg i just played asses.massses and it was soooo entertaining!!! 🀣 the way all 71 players worked together to solve puzzles and answer questions was amazing! i loved how everyone brought their own expertise to the table (literally) and it was hilarious when they were debating what to do next πŸ΄πŸ˜‚ the theatre setting really added to the experience, it felt like we were all part of a big performance art piece together! πŸ‘ i did think it would've been cool if there was more depth into the concept of herd mentality tho... but overall it was super fun and engaging 😊
 
I was thinking about this new game 'Asses.Masses' and how it's kinda like a real-life debate club 🀣 but instead of just arguing with friends or family, you're playing as donkeys solving puzzles together... I mean, who wouldn't want to collaborate with 70 other players in a theatre setting? It sounds hilarious! But I'm still not sure about the herd mentality part, it's like the devs were all "hey, let's make this game fun and social" but didn't really explore that aspect too much πŸ€”. What do you guys think? Should more games like this exist?
 
I gotta say, 'Asses.Masses' is wild 🀯! I mean, who wouldn't want to play a game where they're part of a team effort with 70 other people? It's like one big, messy improv session πŸ˜‚. But what really got me was how it forces you to think outside the box and collaborate with others. It's not just about beating the level, but also about working together as a team.

I did find it a bit weird that we're essentially following each other around the theatre πŸ€”, but I guess that's kind of the point? It's like, what happens when everyone does the same thing? Does it change anything at all? Maybe that's just me overthinking it πŸ˜…. All in all, 'Asses.Masses' is a unique experience that's definitely worth checking out, especially if you're into gaming or theatre 🎭.
 
OMG u gotta try Asses.Masses!!! its like no other gaming exp lol so many hilarious moments when ppl are debating wut 2 say next 🀣 & u get 2 collaborate w/ 70 ppl who's genius, tbh! i love how it brings ppl together in a theatre setting, its like ur part of somethin bigger than urself 🌟 the only thing that kept me from givin it a perfect score was wut kinda did it w/ herd mentality tho? still def worth checkin out if u r lookin 4 somethin new & excitin! πŸ‘
 
😊 I just played Asses.Masses and it was a wild ride! 🐴🎭 The whole collaborative aspect had me laughing out loud at how ridiculous we were being, but also kind of deep? πŸ’‘ I loved how language experts came together to solve those donkey questions - it was like a team meeting in the game! πŸ‘₯ But yeah, sometimes it felt like we were just following along with someone else's plan rather than making our own moves. πŸ€” Still, it was super fun and I think theatre gamers will love it! πŸ˜„ If you're looking for something similar, I'd check out The SΓ©ance of Blake Manor or Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival - both got that same vibe going on. πŸ‘»
 
I gotta say, 'Asses.Masses' is like, totally trippy! The whole theatre setting thing is genius 🀯, it's like a real-life game night, but instead of just having your mates over, you're all playing together as part of the show 🎭. And I love how they incorporated languages and expertise from all the players to get those answers right - it's like a big team effort! πŸ’ͺ But, yeah, I can see what you mean about it not going deep enough into that whole herd mentality thing... maybe next time? πŸ˜‚
 
I'm so down for a game that brings people together like 'Asses.Masses' 🀩! I mean, who doesn't love donkeys, right? 😊 The way it combines puzzles, thought-provoking questions, and collaboration is literally genius. It's like they took all the fun of gaming and theatre and mashed them into one epic experience. And can we talk about how cool it is to see people from different backgrounds and expertise working together? 🌎 I'm a bit curious about the game not really diving deeper into the herd mentality idea, but overall, 'Asses.Masses' is a great example of what gaming can do for social interaction. If you're looking for more games like this or want to try something new, The SΓ©ance of Blake Manor and Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival are definitely worth checking out. And hey, if you're into gaming news and reviews, The Guardian's newsletter has got you covered! πŸ‘
 
πŸ€ͺπŸ˜‚πŸ΄ Donkey Kong was ahead of its time...Asses.Masses is like a theatre performance with a controller πŸŽ­πŸ‘€πŸ”₯ The herd mentality thing is kinda true tho...you're all just following the leader πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ
 
I think it's pretty cool how they turned a normal video game into something that actually requires teamwork πŸ’‘. Like, I was watching this gameplay where people were all working together to solve these donkey-related puzzles 🐴, and it was so funny because some of the answers were just totally random πŸ˜‚. And I agree with the review that the game could've explored the whole herd mentality thing more, but at least they tried right? πŸ‘
 
I just played Asses.Masses 🐴🎭 and it was literally mind-blowing! The way they blended puzzles, thought-provoking questions, and audience participation is totally genius 🀯. I love how it makes you feel like you're part of a performance art piece - it's not just about gaming, it's an experience 🌟. And the best part? You get to collaborate with 70 other players in real-time πŸ“±. It's so cool to see how different languages and expertise come together to solve problems. The only thing that would've taken it to the next level is if they explored the concept of herd mentality more... but overall, it was an amazing experience! πŸ‘
 
omg u gotta try Asses.Masses!! its literally the coolest thing ever! playing donkey puzzles w/ 70 other ppl is like a whole new level of gaming experience 🀯πŸ’₯ i loved how it brought people together & made us think & laugh at the same time πŸ˜‚πŸ΄ can't wait to check out other games like SΓ©ance of Blake Manor & Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival, they sound lit!!! πŸ‘»πŸŽƒ
 
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