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A review by beyadob
Killing Is Harmless: A Critical Reading of Spec Ops: The Line by Brendan Keogh
5.0
Spec Ops: The Line is an underrated and overlooked gem of a game. It's one of those special cases that leave a mark on your psyche and changes how you view videogames as a medium of storytelling, among other things. It's definitely up there with stalwarts such as BioShock and Red Dead Redemption.
Having said that, this game is worthy of tons of discussion of both casual and academic forms. Keogh walks a fine line, discussing the game's narrative in a clear, coherent manner that is easy to read and understand. He takes us through the game's imagery and narrative. Keogh builds up his theories in a convincing manner and acts as a guide to a complex narrative that is rife with imagery.
Some very important points are raised, yet it feels there are multiple layers of analysis and discussion left to do, which is not Keogh's fault, mind you, but goes on to show just how brilliant the game is. When I'd played the game, I knew immediately it was something that I'd never forget, yet I'd overlooked many of its narrative techniques and imagery.
If you've played The Line and thought it was special, this book is definitely for you. For those of who haven't played the game yet, buy it right now. Its price has been reduced to almost nothing, and trust me when I say this: you will not regret it.
Having said that, this game is worthy of tons of discussion of both casual and academic forms. Keogh walks a fine line, discussing the game's narrative in a clear, coherent manner that is easy to read and understand. He takes us through the game's imagery and narrative. Keogh builds up his theories in a convincing manner and acts as a guide to a complex narrative that is rife with imagery.
Some very important points are raised, yet it feels there are multiple layers of analysis and discussion left to do, which is not Keogh's fault, mind you, but goes on to show just how brilliant the game is. When I'd played the game, I knew immediately it was something that I'd never forget, yet I'd overlooked many of its narrative techniques and imagery.
If you've played The Line and thought it was special, this book is definitely for you. For those of who haven't played the game yet, buy it right now. Its price has been reduced to almost nothing, and trust me when I say this: you will not regret it.