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Review of Kid A Mnesia Exhibition on PlayStation 5

by Chucky Chucky photo Nov 2021
Cover image of Kid A Mnesia Exhibition on PS5
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 18 Nov 2021
Genre: Exploration
Developer: Namethemachine, Arbitrarily Good Productions
Publisher: Epic Games

Introduction

Ever wondered what it feels like to wander through a digital museum where the walls seem to be crying existential dread? Meet *Kid A Mnesia Exhibition*, an exploration game that offers not only an homage to Radiohead’s most avant-garde albums but also a chance to experience the virtual embodiment of anxiety that is their art. Who knew an exhibition could be free and also make you question your entire existence?

Gameplay

In this game, players saunter through a surreal maze filled with abstract visuals and audio that would make anyone who listened to Radiohead in high school feel right at home. The goal? Well, there isn't one, really. There are no enemies, no scores, and definitely no timed events. If you've been looking for a way to procrastinate while pretending you’re actually engaging with high art, here’s your golden ticket. You’ll wander down corridors filled with CRT televisions and fluttering paper, possibly sparking profound thoughts...or just an intense need for a nap. It’s like taking a field trip through your art professor's brain, only without the guilt of having to file a report about it.

Graphics

Picture this: a brutalist cathedral where the aesthetics are as stark as your realization that adulthood is upon you. Each room in *Kid A Mnesia Exhibition* is like stepping into a vivid daydream about the apocalypse, lined with sketches and artwork that echo the artistic fingerprints of Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood. The immersive ambiance is supported by Unreal Engine 4, making every pixel feel like a deliberate stroke of genius (or madness). The lighting, colors, and uncanny scenery together create a world that often feels like an artistic fever dream. It's not just a feast for the eyes; you also get that creeping feeling in your bones, like, "Am I supposed to be here?"

Conclusion

In conclusion, *Kid A Mnesia Exhibition* is less of a game and more of a meditative experience where you feel like you’re rummaging through the fragmented memories of Radiohead's creativity—or your own demise. If you're a fan of their music, this game is essentially a VIP backstage pass to the emotional rollercoaster that is their work. Just be prepared: it may leave you questioning your life choices or at the very least, wondering why you're staring at a flickering screen. Regardless, it’s an exploration worth embarking on, not just to enjoy the art, but to embrace the delightful absurdity of it all. In a world full of 'win or lose,' maybe it’s time to celebrate simply 'being.' So go ahead, dive in—your existential crisis is waiting.

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