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423: BioShock: Creating Rapture with Ken Levine - The Retro Hour EP423

2024/4/4
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This week on the podcast, we sit down with Ken Levine, the mastermind behind Bioshock, to explore his gaming roots and creative journey. From his early fascination with electro-mechanical games to the immersive worlds of Ultima Underworld and Civilization, Ken unfolds the layers behind Bioshock's immersive narrative and art deco influences. We'll also peek into the development of his newest project, Judas, and its appeal to Bioshock fans. 

Contents:

00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 48:37 - Ken Levine Interview

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Show notes:

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