We’ve included a fully realized documentary to the game, narrated by Roberta Williams. We’ve set it up for more programs in the future. The most recent addition is that of a dilapidated, fuzzy, old television set. We’ve added some fun and informative goodies to this TV, like a look back at the history of ADVENT and Colossal Cave. And you can learn all about it, in today’s update!īehind the scenes, fanciful little elves are endlessly hard at work polishing the experience of playing and navigating Colossal Cave. Yes, that internet.ĭid you know that Will Crowther built the first text-adventure game around muddy little maps he’d made with his wife? Inspired by 60’s style AI (known as ELIZA) and made as a bonding exercise with his young daughters, ADVENT (as it was known at the time) would be one of the first viral games, as it spread across the ARPANET, shutting down entire departments for weeks at a time, as people were so entranced with the depth, light whimsy, and whisps of Dungeons & Dragons style fantasy. Over 300,000,000 years ago, water started tricking through some limestone, eventually carving what is currently known to be the longest known, connected cave system on the planet: Mammoth Cave, in Kentucky, USA.ĭid you know that the woman who made this discovery was a tiny programming caver, named Patricia Crowther? This tiny, but colossal discovery is known as being the speleological equivalent of summiting Mount Everest, for the first time.ĭid you know that her husband, Will Crowther, also a programming caver, had an integral role in programming the packet switching between the first 4 connected “routers” (Interface Message Processors) making up the ARPANET (the precursor to today’s internet)? Will played a pivotal role in the invention of the Internet. Rediscover the magic and mystery of Colossal Cave- now reimagined for SteamVR. You'll laugh, you'll puzzle, and you might even scream, but we promise: you won't want to leave. So, prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey into the past, all the while reveling in the groundbreaking advancements of modern gaming technology. (Note: Colossal Cave currently does not support controllers with touch controls/gestures.) All you need is your VR headset, controllers, and an eagerness to explore, solve riddles, and unravel the game's magical mysteries. Be it the Oculus Quest 2, Rift, or Rift S, Valve Index HMD, or any other VR headset compatible with Steam, you're all set to dive into the cavernous depths and experience this enchanting virtual reality. Now for the grand finale: Colossal Cave VR isn't restricted to any particular headset. For those of you who already possess Colossal Cave on Steam, you'll find the game updating itself the next time you log in (although, if you've opted out of automatic updates, you'll need to take a moment to manually initiate the update). You might be wondering, "But how can I upgrade my existing game?" We've got you covered. Most untethered headsets can only dream of delivering this level of detailed immersion. The enhanced visual and auditory VR experience elevates the classic game into an entirely new plane, transforming the mystical underground universe into a tangible, touchable reality. Harnessing the raw power of Steam VR, we're now able to render the game's scale and depth with unprecedented detail and realism. The reimagined Colossal Cave is a sprawling, vast entity, boasting mammoth caverns and seemingly endless mazes. We've managed to blend comfort, mystery, and excitement in one potent mix- a recipe we hope you will savor. This ensures a more comfortable experience, as you traverse the colossal chambers and labyrinthine mazes, without compromising on the thrilling aura of the game. After receiving reports of some players experiencing seasickness within the cavernous depths of the game, we've introduced a brand-new teleportation-style locomotion system. Welcome back to the mystifying, magical caves- only this time, you won't just be reading about them, you'll be living them. We've gone above and beyond, bringing this classic to life in a highly detailed, fully immersive three-dimensional experience, while preserving the core elements that made the original so captivating. Journey back in time to the golden age of text-based games, now crafted into a vibrant, sensory-rich VR environment that surpasses anything you could've imagined. After months of relentless labor, an avalanche of creative thinking, a steady stream of community feedback, and an excitingly engaging approach to user interaction, we are thrilled to announce the re-release of the iconic text-adventure game, "Colossal Cave Adventure" on SteamVR! Today marks a momentous occasion, a confluence of technological innovation and a nostalgic nod to the origins of digital gaming.
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