Interactive Fiction
summary
Interactive fiction is presented as computer-based literature that runs on anything and has hundreds of free titles archived at the IF Archive and indexed on IFDB. Parser systems use the Z-machine or Glulx and tools like Inform and TADS; choice-based works often use Twine (Bandersnatch uses those tools). Example gameplay shown: Lost Pig (orc protagonist, branching puzzles, climbing, torches, deep hole) and practical play options — Lectrote/Frotz apps or browser “play online” links and annual contests (IFComp, XYZZY).
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chapters (7)
- 0:00Introduction to fun
- 2:14What is interactive fiction
- 12:10Early origins and evolution
- 20:25Live demo of Lost Pig
- 29:09Finding and playing interactive fiction
- 34:16Modern forms and tools
- 37:31Q&A and resources
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