Not For Broadcast: Direct the News in a Dystopian 1980s FMV Adventure

9/10/2026, 2:05:02 PM

Release date: 1/25/2022

Tags: #adventure #1980s #choices-matter #dystopian #fmv #simulation #dark-comedy #story-rich

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Score: 94%Very Positive
Review Count: 12,679 reviews
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¥ 2,800 (JPY)

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$24.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Take control of the National Nightly News in this 1980s dystopian FMV adventure. Make critical broadcast decisions, censor content, and shape a branching narrative with over 14 endings.

Who this is for

A unique FMV adventure where player choices significantly impact the narrative's outcome. Recommended for fans of dark humor and dystopian settings.

Details

Overview

Not For Broadcast plunges players into the role of a television director in a grim, dystopian 1980s Britain. As the nation's eyes turn to the National Nightly News, you hold the power to decide what the public sees. This unique simulation and adventure game challenges you to make critical choices about camera angles, content censorship, and narrative direction, all while navigating a darkly comic, branching storyline.

Highlights

Branching Narrative with Consequences: Experience a deeply engaging story with over 14 distinct endings, where your decisions significantly shape the outcome.
Extensive FMV Content: Immerse yourself in more than 42 hours of full-motion video, a feat recognized by Guinness World Records™.
Unique Gameplay Mechanics: Control the broadcast by selecting camera feeds, censoring sensitive material, and guiding the news anchors through a politically charged landscape.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences with significant player agency, fans of FMV games, and those who appreciate dark humor and thought-provoking dystopian settings. If you like making tough choices that have real consequences and enjoy a unique simulation twist on storytelling, Not For Broadcast will captivate you.

Game Info

Developed by NotGames and published by tinyBuild, Not For Broadcast offers a rich adventure experience steeped in the atmosphere of the 1980s. It features a compelling story with choices that matter, a dark comedy tone, and a substantial amount of full-motion video content. The game also includes multiplayer functionality, Steam Achievements, and Steam Trading Cards, with captions available in multiple languages.