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Being Andrew Plotkin - Text Adventure
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Being Andrew Plotkin

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Released in 2000, Being Andrew Plotkin is a comedic interactive fiction game written by J. Robinson Wheeler using the Inform programming language. The game is a direct parody of the 1999 film Being John Malkovich, placing the player in the mind of Andrew Plotkin, a prominent and influential figure in the interactive fiction community. It features traditional text-parser gameplay and was a notable entry in the early 2000s IF community.

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How good is Being Andrew Plotkin?
Being Andrew Plotkin scores 7.35/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Text Adventure category. Clever insider comedy with strong IF community appeal; dated references and narrow audience keep consensus modest.
What are the best alternatives to Being Andrew Plotkin?
See our alternatives page for Being Andrew Plotkin for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Zork I: The Great Underground Empire, Trinity, Planetfall.
How does Being Andrew Plotkin compare to Zork I: The Great Underground Empire?
See our detailed comparison of Being Andrew Plotkin vs Zork I: The Great Underground Empire with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Being Andrew Plotkin worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.35/10, Being Andrew Plotkin is a solid option in Text Adventure. See all Text Adventure ranked.

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