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That Dragon, Cancer

That Dragon, Cancer is not so much a computer game as an interactive experience – poignant and one of a kind. It depicts parents struggling with their child's terminal illness. What's more, the game was created by Amy and Ryan Green, based on their own experiences. Everything is significant and authentic here, even if some scenes seem a bit abstract. The player's task is to accompany the family in various moments of the difficult care for a sick kid.

There's room for fun, moments bringing hope, and for poignant, gloomy moments, such visiting the hospital. The developers recounted their various memories and experiences here. But in this game, it's not so much about the player finding out what it's like to be in a similar situation. It rather is a form of venting pain; a kind of self-medication and therapy. Completing this production is a unique experience, perhaps even requiring a bit of courage.

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