What is the Demoscene? An obscure but influential art form

The demoscene is a sub-culture of digital art that emerged from the game piracy scene in the late 80s. It involves showcasing audiovisual presentations called demos, which demonstrate the capabilities of computer hardware. Demosceners gather at events called demoparties to trade disks, learn from each other, and compete in competitions for the best demos, music, and graphics. The demoscene is predominantly active in Central and Northern Europe but also has a presence in other countries. Demos are usually created by teams, but there are also individual artists. Demoscene events are a significant part of the scene, providing a platform to showcase and share work. Recently, the demoscene has gained recognition as intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO in some countries. Those interested in getting involved in the demoscene can start by exploring various online resources, joining demoscene Discord servers, and attending demoparties either physically or remotely.

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