Enter the world of the Melbourne-made, global hit videogame, Untitled Goose Game, where comedy, chaos and calamity collide. This playful exhibition dives into the creative development of the viral sensation through animation reels, concept art, sketches and technical insights.
In 2019, Melbourne game developers House House shot to international success and acclaim with their hilariously naughty videogame, which captured the hearts, minds and humour of children and adults alike.
Now, ACMI’s interactive exhibition gives you new insight into the creative development of this viral sensation, through displays of previously unseen concept art, sketches and design material. These are presented alongside playable versions of the game from its early development, exhibited publicly for the first time.
The exhibition connects the game’s hilarious design to the history of slapstick, tracing its enduring popularity and comedic stylings back through a century of film and television.
Through colourful displays and comedy-focused curation, Honk! Untitled Goose Exhibition keeps nothing under glass – designed with families in mind, it includes sound effect buttons, flipbooks and other playful displays. Those with specialist knowledge of videogames are invited to explore critical design details and gain insight into the game’s technical development through ACMI-made video content.
What’s on Display:
Early sketches and designs
How did they animate the goose's movements? How did they map out the village? From the developers' sketchbooks to our screens, discover how Untitled Goose Game was made.
Playable displays
Honk, flip and play! Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the village and play early and release versions of the game.
Technical insights
From House House's GitHub repository, to behind-the-scenes tricks captured captured in the game's engine, get a rare look into how Untitled Goose Game was programmed to create fun.
Event Details:
Date: Tue 17 Sep 2024 to Sun 16 Feb 2025 - 10am to 5pm daily
Ages: All ages welcome
Suggested Visit Duration: 45 minutes
Location: Gallery 3, Ground Floor at ACMI, Fed Square
Tickets: FREE (drop in)