The Stoa | Becoming Unplayable: On NPCs in the Metacrisis w/ Robert Bolton @thestoa | Uploaded September 2024 | Updated October 2024, 8 hours ago.
Join Robert Bolton from From Later where he explores being a Non-Player Character (NPC) in today's world.This event delves into how societal roles and behaviors often mirror NPCs in video games—characters with limited behaviors and scripted responses. He'll discuss the transformation of the NPC concept from a derogatory term to a self-effacing charm, highlighting its role in social dynamics and identity. Discover how the NPC archetype reflects our collective anxieties and offers a form of resistance and agency amidst the metacrisis. This session will provide a fresh perspective on navigating modern existential challenges.

Recommended reading: The NPC: newest.co/stories/the-npc-an-unplayable-character-for-unnarratable-times

More from Robert: fromlater.com

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