Gamadelic

Gamadelic, a portmanteau of "game" and "psychedelic," describes visual or auditory elements within video games, or sometimes in real life experiences influenced by video games, that evoke or mimic psychedelic experiences. These elements often include:

• Abstract Visuals: Non-representational shapes, patterns, and colors.

• Distorted Perspective: Unrealistic angles, impossible geometries, and warping of the environment.

• Repetitive and Hypnotic Patterns: Repeating visual or auditory loops intended to induce a trance-like state.

• Bright and Saturated Colors: Intense and often unnatural color palettes that can be overwhelming or stimulating.

• Auditory Hallucinations: Soundscapes that are disorienting, distorted, or feature unusual sonic textures.

• A Sense of Dissociation: A feeling of separation from reality or the game avatar.

The term is often applied retroactively to older games with limited graphical capabilities that unintentionally produced psychedelic effects due to technical limitations or stylistic choices. It's also frequently used in reference to games deliberately designed to create psychedelic experiences through their aesthetics and gameplay.

The intensity and nature of "gamadelic" experiences can vary greatly depending on the individual player, the specific game, and the elements being employed. It's primarily used as a descriptor for aesthetic and sensory effects rather than a claim of actual hallucinogenic properties. While some might find these experiences stimulating and enjoyable, others might find them disorienting or even uncomfortable.