Ep.224 – British Gangster Gaming
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Today, we’re diving into The Getaway, an ambitious action-adventure game released for the PlayStation 2 on December 11, 2002. We’ll begin by exploring its origins at Team Soho, Sony’s London-based studio, and their mission to create a cinematic, open-world experience that faithfully recreated 10 square miles of London. Then, we’ll look at how The Getaway blended British gangster film influences with innovative gameplay and groundbreaking visuals for its time. Finally, we’ll reflect on its legacy, from its impact on open-world gaming to its surprising revival as a television series. So, buckle up and join us as we speed through the streets of London on today’s trip down Memory Card Lane.
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