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The Name of the Game

2018·Movie
1h 35min
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5
IMDb6.5

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Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wonder6
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Games, a real life story, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

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About

Short on coins. Full of ammo.

The Name of the Game is a feature-length documentary about the team up between the legendary arcade game designer, Eugene Jarvis, and the Finnish game developer, Housemarque. The end result of the collaboration was the critically acclaimed PS4/PC title Nex Machina. The film gives the audience an unprecedented access to the unpredictable and plain crazy world of making a video game – uncensored.
Gaming DocumentaryRetro Arcade NostalgiaBehind-the-Scenes InsightCreative CollaborationIndie Game DevelopmentBiographical ProfileTech Industry CultureVisual Style EvolutionPassionate CraftsmanshipUnfiltered Production

Crew

Directed by:
Paul J. Vogel, Jarno Elonen
Written by:
Paul J. Vogel, Heikki Kareranta, Jarno Elonen
Produced by:
Paul J. Vogel, Jason Taylor, Heikki Kareranta
Composed by:
Heikki Kareranta, Heikki Kareranta

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream The Name of the Game legally?

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Is The Name of the Game worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Name of the Game?

1 h 35 min

The Name of the Game runs 1 h 35 min.

Is The Name of the Game based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Name of the Game in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Finland.

In how many countries can I watch The Name of the Game?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Name of the Game in 41 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.