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Panasonic 3DO

Release Date: 1995

Interactive Movie Adventure

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Description

"D" is a horror-themed interactive movie and adventure game, released in 1995 for the Panasonic 3DO. Developed and directed by Kenji Eno of Warp, "D" places players in the role of Laura Harris, a young woman who ventures into the mysterious hospital where her father has gone on a murderous rampage. Throughout the game, players must solve puzzles and uncover dark family secrets while navigating through a series of pre-rendered CGI environments and FMV sequences. The game is known for its atmospheric tension and chilling storyline, which unfolds in real-time over the course of three hours—a mechanic that underscores the urgency of Laura’s quest, as there are no save points or pause functionality, compelling players to complete it in a single sitting.

"D" was notable upon its release for its cinematic approach and adult-oriented content, which was relatively novel for video games at the time. The game uses a first-person perspective, adding to its immersive quality. Furthermore, Kenji Eno famously duped the game’s publisher by providing a different version for approval than the one ultimately released, ensuring that the more graphic content he intended could make it to the public without censorship. This move, along with the game’s unique real-time approach and gripping narrative, culminated in "D" becoming a cult classic, influencing the horror game genre and paving the way for successors in psychological and survival horror. It performed admirably on the market, leading to ports for other platforms such as Sega Saturn, PlayStation, and MS-DOS.