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THE PRACTICAL GUIDE

Not For Broadcast Guide

A new political Party has won a landslide in the General Election, and for some reason the editor at the news station you work at has done a runner. Now it’s up to you, the Janitor, to take over the editing boo

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GET YOUR BEARINGS

Plan your next Not For Broadcast session

Our independent guide breaks down Not For Broadcast’s layered systems, offering observations that let you compare narrative weight against personal stakes. By looking at how each decision ripples through the story, you can craft approaches that highlight both the political satire and the family drama.

01 / THE GUIDE

Headline Experimentation

Run two playthroughs where you swap the headline of the opening story. Note how the change alters subsequent news segments and any shifts in the ending.

  • Try different headline combinations to see how the narrative branches.
  • Experiment with censoring versus airing controversial clips to notice story shifts.

02 / THE GUIDE

Censorship Impact

Select the same footage in two runs, censoring it in one and airing it uncensored in the other. Observe differences in political tone and character reactions.

  • Track which major decisions you change between playthroughs.
  • Aim for contrasting political outcomes to explore the full range of endings.
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03 / THE GUIDE

Ad Line‑up Variation

Create contrasting ad blocks—one filled with light‑hearted spots, another with serious commercials. Track how each block influences the mood of the following news segment.

  • Pay attention to visual cues in early clips; they often foreshadow later consequences.
  • Use captions if spoken dialogue is hard to follow.

04 / THE GUIDE

Family Decision Branching

Choose opposite outcomes for the sibling’s escape attempt across two sessions. Compare how each choice reshapes the family narrative and the broader broadcast.

  • Swap ads between playthroughs to notice subtle narrative changes.
  • Mix light‑hearted and serious ads to keep the broadcast tone varied.

05 / THE GUIDE

Ending Exploration

Aim for three different endings by adjusting a mix of broadcast, ad and family choices. Record which combination leads to each distinct conclusion.

  • Consider how a family decision might affect later news segments.
  • Try playing with opposite outcomes for the sibling’s fate to see narrative impact.

WATCH THE GAME

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Official trailers & gameplay

INSIDE THE WORLD

Screenshots & game images

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Gameplay 01 · Official Steam media
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Gameplay 02 · Official Steam media
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Gameplay 03 · Official Steam media
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Gameplay 04 · Official Steam media
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Gameplay 05 · Official Steam media

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QUICK ANSWERS

Not For Broadcast FAQ

How many endings does Not For Broadcast offer?

The game features fourteen distinct endings, each shaped by the combination of broadcast, family and ad choices you make.

What record does the game hold regarding its video content?

It holds a Guinness World Records™ title for containing over 42 hours of full‑motion video, the longest FMV run in a game.

Can I play Not For Broadcast with a game controller?

Yes, the title includes full controller support, allowing you to navigate the newsroom without a keyboard.

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SOURCES & CREDITS

Official resources and further reading

Original editorial guidance. Game imagery and trailers are provided by the publisher through Steam. Media and reference links checked 2026-10-22. Game versions, supported platforms, and balance can change; consult the linked release notes for current details.