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'I based horror game on working in a chippy'

'I based horror game on working in a chippy'

Summary

A game developer, James Muirhead, is creating a horror video game called "Grease Trap '99" inspired by his time working in a Scottish fish and chip shop. He received £10,000 in funding from Creative Scotland to work on this project, which includes Gaelic dialogue and features a monster growing in the basement of the shop.

Key Facts

  • James Muirhead is the developer of the horror game "Grease Trap '99."
  • The game is set in a Scottish fish and chip shop, inspired by Muirhead's past job.
  • Creative Scotland awarded him £10,000 to develop the game.
  • The game's plot involves players managing orders while a monster grows in the basement.
  • It features early PlayStation-style graphics to create a nostalgic feel.
  • The game includes Gaelic dialogue, a nod to Scottish culture.
  • Muirhead was inspired to use Gaelic after playing a game in Finnish.
  • Menu items in the game reflect Muirhead's real-life chip shop experiences.

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