A screenshot from the game

Escape Horse

A game inspired by Bjørn Nørgaard's artwork "Hesteofringen".

Human rights

Art world

Physical prototype

The game is called "Escape Horse". It draws inspiration from the exhibition 1960 to Now and is heavily influenced by Bjørn Nørgaard's artwork "Hesteofringen". The game revolves around solving a horse's murder. You find a horse's head and must locate the rest of the horse.

Game as culture

The game provides a basis for understanding the artist’s motivations behind the killing and dismembering of a horse. Players also learn about the Vietnam War and the weapons used in it.

Game for culture

The primary design principles are simplicity and aesthetics. These create a good framework for collaboration and make the game accessible to a wide audience. Players can engage with the game at different levels while creating their own path.

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Aarhus jam #02

Danish

Physical game

Credits

William – Gamemaster