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BioShock creator heading up interactive Twilight Zone reboot

"When you watch something, you’re sitting back in the chair. When you're gaming, you’re leaning forward in the chair. This is an interesting place in between."

Chris Kerr, News Editor

April 18, 2016

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BioShock creator Ken Levine wants to blur the lines between video games and film with his next project; a live-action interactive reboot of classic sci-fi show, The Twilight Zone. 

Levine will be working on the reboot with right holders CBS and digital video outfit Interlude, whose new tech will allow viewers to interact with the show, changing what characters do and how the story unfolds.

Fans of Levine will be pleased to hear that his Twilight Zone project won't impact his work at publisher Take Two, and has been described by the man himself as a "side project."

"Most people spend time with their kids or go on vacation," said Levine, in a wide-ranging interview with Wired. "I do stuff like this."

More specifically, Levine said he couldn't resist the chance to explore the uncharted waters of interactivity.

"Interactivity is a spectrum, it’s not binary," continued Levine. "I think of it as the viewer’s angle in the chair. When you watch something, you’re sitting back in the chair. When you’re gaming, you’re leaning forward in the chair. This is an interesting place in between."

Head on over to Wired to hear more.

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Chris Kerr

News Editor, GameDeveloper.com

Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.

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