Discover Petra

A strange little side quest

A small trivia drop for Discover Petra: Early computer role-playing games helped turn rules, inventories, exploration and character progression into systems that could support long-form digital adventures. Another piece of context lands nicely beside it: The first crossword puzzle book appeared in 1924 in a cautious initial printing of 3,600 copies, complete with a free pencil. Not bad for a few facts hiding behind a Play button.