Lock-On Volume 005 (Softcover)

[lock-on] Volume 005, the newest instalment in Lost in Cult's series of quarterly journals, is the most robust yet. Every section is entirely tailored to its subject. Die-cut pages and dynamic layouts breathe more life into the cultural exploration of games.

There are robust narratives, accentuated by industry names who offer perspective to our prose. From Naughty Dog’s Matthew Gallant to Half Mermaid’s Sam Barlow, more than twenty of the included essays explore the medium alongside the visionaries who shape it. 

Featuring concept art galleries and long-form interviews, 005 offers an intimate look behind the curtain of game development while also reimagining its output through expressive visual lenses. The harmony of textual analysis, evocative artwork, and exclusive materials will resonate with all curious games enthusiasts.

[lock-on] Volume 005 offers myriad entry points into its over 260-page journey across 2022’s biggest games and the industry’s illustrious past.