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Exploring the Philosophy of Disco Elysium: Ideology and Absurd Modernism

Exploring the Philosophy of Disco Elysium: Ideology and Absurd Modernism

Dive into the philosophical depths of Disco Elysium, the acclaimed game by ZA/UM, and uncover its psychoanalytic and ideological narratives. This episode explores how the game combines interactive storytelling with profound themes of determinism, psychoanalysis, and modern absurdity.

#Disco Elysium, #philosophy, #psychoanalysis, #ideology, #absurd modernism, #Determinism, #Harry, #interactive literature


Timeline

00:00:Introduction to the episode and its themes.

02:53:Discussion on determinism in Disco Elysium.

09:01:Psychoanalysis of the character Harry.

18:20:Exploring Elysium as an honest portrayal of reality.

23:22:Analysis of absurd modernism in the game.

32:55:Conclusion and final thoughts.