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SimCity is a textbook in modernist architecture and playpen for future builders

The beleaguered SimCity has suffered a dent in its reputation after a shaky launch. But beyond the server woes and consumer complaints, a jewel of digital urban planning arises.

Mar 12 Articles

Designing the sound of the impossible

Robin Arnott's soundscapes push the edges of what nothing sounds like. We dig deeper into his design philosophy and how making music is as crucial to feel of Antichamber as the game itself.

Feb 6 Interviews

Could 3D printers pave the way for world-class architects to create make-believe worlds?

As games crossed over from niche pasttime to mainstream success, more and more world-class artists have lent their vision to the pursuit of digital leisure. Stephen Spielberg has put his fingers in many a game-pie, from 1995's PC adventure The Dig to the unrealised project for EA, codenamed LMNO. Composer Philip Glass contributed a song to Chime, a rhythm puzzle game whose proceeds went to charity.

But where is the final level fortress designed by I.M. Pei?

Feb 5 Articles

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SimCity is a textbook in modernist architecture and playpen for future builders

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Could 3D printers pave the way for world-class architects to create make-believe worlds?

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