Queer Man Peering into a Rock Pool.jpg: Playthrough Guide
About the Game
Quick Facts ✅
Title: Queer Man Peering into a Rock Pool.jpg
Genre: Walking Sim, LGBTQ+, Surreal, Atmospheric
Developer | Publisher: Fuzzy Ghost | Fuzzy Ghost
Age Rating: E
Price: $5.99 USD
Release Date: July 13, 2022
Time to Play: Approximately 1 - 1.5 hours
Website: https://fuzzyghost.itch.io/
Steam Description: A joyful, strange experience in which a middle-aged queer man toddles around a strange island attempting to re-furnish his empty house.
Why Queer Man Peering?
💡 There are many factors I take into account when selecting the month’s title. Price, platforms, accessibility, narrative, and more. Here are some of the reasons for Queer Man Peering into a Rock Pool.jpg!
A bite-sized experience! This is a title you can set aside an hour (or so) and be able to enjoy in one go.
Offer some interesting discussion and opportunities to learn about the topics of
the creation — and cultivation — of aesthetic and vibes
the sentimentality and importance we place in everyday objects
what it means to be alone versus lonely
how we connect with other people
Watch the trailer reaction and official announcement video (complete with initial thoughts from Joel and Jenny) here:
Keep in Mind
Content Notes & Warnings
💡 I do my best to flag content that may impact your decision to play so you can go in as informed as possible (without spoiling the plot of the game) — if you think I’ve missed something, please let me know!
Some light flashing and pixilation of bright colors may impact those with photo-sensitivity
Timeline
💡 This game can (and is encouraged!) to be played within one session. To organize our discussion, we’ll focus much more on unifying questions/themes to guide our play!
Week 01 - The Sentimentality of Stuff
Week 02 - “It’s a little broken at the moment… but it’ll come together!” — Finding Joy
Week 03 - “Chunkies to Collect, a World to Remember” — Companionship & Solitude
Week 04 - Closing Thoughts & Steam Next Fest Recommendations!
Save the Date: Monthly Discord Hangout & Game Chat on June 24th, 2023 at 3p PDT/6p EDT
