Not For Broadcast

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  • Summary: Take control of the National Nightly News as a radical government comes to power. In this immersive, high-pressure, propaganda sim, you control what the people see and determine what’s Not For Broadcast.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Hardcore Gamer
    Feb 10, 2022
    100
    Rarely do you find games these days that could be described as a combination of “ambitious,” “thought-provoking,” “hard-hitting,” “hilarious” and “extremely fun,” but somehow Not For Broadcast delivers on that front. It’s truly a unique gem with terrifically-varied gameplay, a perfectly-absurd sense of humor with impressive writing and performances, and a story guaranteed to throw you for a loop. Not For Broadcast is a bizarre masterpiece and one not afraid to gleefully mock everything it sees in the most over-the-top yet devastating ways possible, and for that, it deserves top honors. So that’s our report, and have a peaceful night…
  2. GameGrin
    Feb 2, 2022
    95
    Quite possibly the best FMV game ever, Not For Broadcast had me both laughing and scrambling in a panic when the channel's viewership dropped. Even if you’ve never had any interest in FMV games before, Not For Broadcast will surely change your mind.
  3. Screen Rant
    Jan 25, 2022
    90
    Not For Broadcast provides players with a seamless simulator experience, steadily building tension while maintaining constant satirical humor. The propaganda simulator is worthy of several playthroughs to unlock various endings and experience different dialogue, but the game’s humor is enough to make any player come back for more.
  4. Checkpoint Gaming
    Feb 1, 2022
    85
    Not For Broadcast ambitiously challenges the player to reconsider their ethical framework, political values, and personal loyalties through its incredibly clever combination of stressful management sim gameplay and acid-tongued writing. It’s not for the faint of heart, but balances its dystopian terrors with biting satire. With exceptional performances from its cast, a unique and varied system of mechanics that changes with each broadcast, and tonnes of extra story content, any budding media mogul will be both delighted and horrified with all that Not For Broadcast has to offer.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Apr 11, 2023
    80
    Not For Broadcast is an extremely entertaining satire inspired by modern politics and journalism focused on scandal and propaganda. The actors' performances on screen are perfect and make time spent watching hilarious commercials or public scandals even more entertaining.
  6. GameCritics
    Mar 14, 2022
    80
    Not For Broadcast is a different sort of simulator experience, and it’s also an experience that has a point — not only is it meant to entertain, but also to enlighten. Working as a propagandist will definitely change how the player looks at modern media and social networks, and that’s a powerful gift indeed.
  7. Edge Magazine
    Feb 24, 2022
    70
    Playing Not For Broadcast for the first time is akin to having a waking nightmare. [Issue#369, p.121]
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User Reviews

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Try_it
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The game has interesting storyline, unique gameplay (cus all the scenes were made with real actors), and very good implementation overall. IfThe game has interesting storyline, unique gameplay (cus all the scenes were made with real actors), and very good implementation overall. If you search for a good and unique game, this is it. The game had MANY development problems due to the quarantine and i really wish developers good luck).… Expand
  2. LeonLeon1209
    Jun 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing. It really is almost similar to Papers Please. It's because it puts you in the role of someone who's a key to actions in the game. Personally, those types of games are the best games to exist.… Expand
  4. NylaSmokeyface
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is a criminally underrated game. Although it is in early access and each chapter is being released subsequently, it's definitely one ofThis is a criminally underrated game. Although it is in early access and each chapter is being released subsequently, it's definitely one of my favorite games so far and I'm almost certain it'll only get better with each chapter. Honestly, if you enjoyed the free demo/prologue they have on the steam page, you're gonna absolutely adore this game. It's a satirical and hilarious game, where all sides are insane. But it also has dark undertones that will probably be more apparent throughout the chapter releases. The team behind this is also absolutely wonderful. The devs and actors have poured their heart and souls into this game and are working hard to make the game as great as possible. They're very active in the community and interact with their fans a lot, especially on the discord server. They also livestream on Twitch a lot and read and respond to the chat. We're a small, but dedicated community. We love this game and the discord is fairly active. I'm writing this review because I really want this game to get more popular. If it seems like your kind of thing, and especially if you've enjoyed the prologue, I wholeheartedly recommend this game. I can't wait for the next chapter!… Expand
  5. dinomdp
    May 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A simply wonderful game, with a back story that grows as the game progresses and ends with a great ending (of the many there are) mechanics and ways of playing completely different from any other game, a great experience… Expand
  6. Suhoi_Kaktus
    Feb 16, 2022
    9
    Great game with interesting storyline and choises that really metters. Quniqe gameplay.
  7. apokalipto
    Aug 18, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  8. Klewer
    Feb 8, 2022
    7
    Finally a game where your choices actually matter, Not For Broadcast is an FMV game that has a great story and overall is an interestingFinally a game where your choices actually matter, Not For Broadcast is an FMV game that has a great story and overall is an interesting concept.
    The game lets you make choices which have impact and result in multiple different endings. The actual broadcast itself is fantastic and engrossing, however a lot of the "mini game" components drag on and at times can distract from the actual content. Still a great game and worth your time.    … Expand

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