This course revolves around the discussion of video games as an emerging form of art. We will discuss and see live demonstrations from several important video games. At certain points the class will be asked to choose which games will be demonstrated from an extensive catalog which includes, but is not limited to, Mass Effect, Alan Wake, Batman: Arkham City, Dishonored, BioShock Infinite, The Walking Dead, and more. The course deals with the games that truly push the medium forward and deal with themes of racism, death, and just why we have so much fun killing people. It is meant to be a discussion heavy course so expect to be engaged.