English 280: Electronic Literature
Librarian
Access Course Games on Campus
Need access to play the video games for the course? These games are available on the computer located in the DiSCO Video Room (RML 493) - sometimes this computer is also located in the DiSCO main area next to the Information Desk.
If you would like to reserve the computer, contact us via the IT Helpdesk to request a reservation. Drop-in appointments are also welcome!
DiSCO spaces are available for use (by drop-in or appointment) during staffed hours.
- Monday - Thursday: 8am to 9pm
- Friday: 8am to 5pm
- Saturday & Sunday: 12pm to 9pm
For any questions on accessing Steam on the computer, please stop by the DiSCO Information Desk for help!
- Reserve the VR/Video Room ComputerNeed access to the computer for the games? Send in a DiSCO Request and let us know when you would like to reserve the computer, or feel free to drop by the information desk in the DiSCO for a drop-in appointment.
Course Games
- ElizaEliza is a visual novel about an AI counseling program, the people who develop it, and the people who use it. Follow Evelyn Ishino-Aubrey as she reconnects with people from her past, gets to know the people of Seattle who use Eliza for counseling, and decides the course of her future.
- Gone HomeJune 7th, 1995. 1:15 AM. You arrive home after a year abroad. You expect your family to greet you, but the house is empty. Something's not right. Where is everyone? And what's happened here? Unravel the mystery for yourself in Gone Home, a story exploration game from The Fullbright Company.
- Her StoryA woman is interviewed seven times by the police. Search the video database and explore hundreds of authentic clips to discover her story in this groundbreaking and award winning narrative game.
I have tech questions! Who should I contact?
If you are new to Steam and need help with navigating the program and installing games from your Steam account, feel free to contact Sara Lynnore (sara@stolaf.edu) and we can set up an appointment!
For questions about billing or account issues on Steam - contact Steam Support.