We talk to Emily Flynn-Jones, the designer of the game CURSES, about the '90s, trauma, and the therapeutic potential of games.
There’s been a recent uptick in‘90s nostalgia and it’s pretty obvious why. What goes around comes around, it’s been, etc. But what I’ve found particularly interesting in recent years is how ‘90s nostalgia in games often manifests in merely superficial ways. The ‘80s and ‘90s brought about some of the most memorable gaming experiences, both on PC and consoles, and it’s understandable that people would like to revisit those classic gameplay moments .
Killjoy has put a lot of loving research and care into making Girl’s dark and gritty ‘90s have an authentic feel, emphasizing the isolation of the early internet era, the political moments most relevant to Girl such as riot grrrl and D.I.Y. zine culture, and the materiality of media . Their TikTok page highlights many of the alternative media properties and figures that inspired the game’s atmosphere and Girl’s personality and interests.
Each of Girl’s feelings is considered valid and part of her processing her grief and trauma. This game is focused on how Girl self-determines and moves past old wounds , using magic as a way to channel her feelings about her father and step-relatives abuse. “There is no winning in either ending,” Flynn-Jones makes sure to clarify. This is about self-determining your fate, whether for better or worse.
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