What is The Commune?
We're a group of gamers, and we're always looking for new gamers to join us. Every month or so, we pick a game to play. We chat about the game together, and we record podcasts, record videos, and write essays. You can reach The Commune in the following ways: As for me, I'm Greg Livingston, but I go by Golem. I organize things around here.

Ecco the Dolphin

Started on Sep 17, 2016
Ended on Oct 31, 2016
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A peaceful game where you play as a dolphin. Use echolocation to navigate through underwater mazes and sing to the creatures of the sea in search of your kidnapped dolphins friends (dolphriends).

Tags: Adventure Sega Genesis
 

Podcasts

Oct 27, 2016
What role does real life play in Ecco the Dolphin?
Nov 8, 2016
What elements compose level design in Ecco the Dolphin, and what gives levels their meaning?

External Resources

Nov 8, 2016
A comprehensive fansite for the 1990s Ecco the Dolphin games.
Nov 8, 2016
John C. Lilly studied dolphin behavior and sought extraterrestrials. His work inspired Ecco the Dolphin.