Review of Indie Game: The Movie (2012) by Damien S — 13 Oct 2012

A fantastic documentary and clear-cut example why game is art.

This review of Indie Game: The Movie (2012) was written by Damien S on 13 Oct 2012.

Indie Game: The Movie has generally received very positive reviews.

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