We Become What We Behold

Play the game We Become What We Behold and get some quick glimpses between circles and squares. All selected images become news, become visible on the public screen and impact the crowd's behavior.

Developer: Nicky Case

Game engine: HTML5

Platforms: Desktop, Phone and Tablet

Introduction

We Become What We Behold is a media game that deals with issues of attention and public fear. In this game you operate a lens hovering above a busy field of circles and squares (the people). Quiet images do not attract much attention, but a hat, shared affection, or screaming make news. The crowd witnesses all selected images and starts repeating what is displayed on the screen. Quiet images are replaced by tense news, and tiny gaps turn into a wide gulf.

How to Play We Become What We Behold

Drag the photo frame within “We Become What We Behold” using your mouse cursor or finger. Be patient until the key characters along with the activity are completely in the square photo frame. Tap or click to take the picture, then see the heading of the picture on the display for the public viewing. Notice the reactions from those around you since the actions from them will lead to the next key moment.

We Become What We Behold Game Features

Camera tracks your mouse pointer
Click to take pictures
Shapes respond to news stories
News influences the behaviour of crowds
Peaceful situations
Hat fashions propagate through news
Fear propagates among the crowd
Five-minute tale told briefly
Clear visual imagery
Controls with just one click

Controls

Use your mouse or finger to position the lens. Click or tap when everything within the event is within the frame.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I capture events in We Become What We Behold?

Wait until both relevant characters enter the photograph box. The game progresses after the picture captures the complete social situation.

What is news in We Become What We Behold?

The screen transforms the selected photo into news. Surrounding people observe, follow trends, and respond to fear and conflict depicted in the news.

Is there an option for me to end the game with a peaceful outcome in We Become What We Behold?

There is a limited media spiral plot in the game. The way you make photos proves that biased reports lead to more conflict between circles and squares.

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