Extra Lives: The Interactive Video Game Concert
Extra Lives • Professional company
About Extra Lives
Extra Lives: The Interactive Video Game Concert is a live-scored audience RPG performed at the Other Yin venue at Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Audiences vote to decide what happens next while a live band performs the soundtrack in real time, inspired by classic video games. Three different Extra Lives adventures run throughout the Fringe, with each performance unfolding differently depending on audience decisions — unlocking new story paths, twists and endings. The show runs for 70 minutes and is suitable for ages 8 and over.
Why see this show?
The combination of live band and audience-controlled story is a genuinely inventive format that video game fans and newcomers alike can enjoy. Three different adventures means return visits are rewarded, and the live music gives each session a momentum you cannot get from a screen.
Wednesday 5 - Monday 31 August 2026
All performances at 18:05
27 performances
70 minutes
3 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£9
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 70 minutes.
Where is it performed?
Extra Lives takes place at the Other Yin venue at Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for audiences aged 8 and over.
What is the ticket price?
Tickets start from £9. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.
Are there any content warnings?
The show uses strobe lighting. Brief strobe lighting effects may occur during a few musical crescendos.
Can I come back and see a different show?
Yes — three different Extra Lives adventures run throughout the Fringe, and each performance unfolds differently depending on the audience's decisions, creating new story paths and endings.
About This Music Performance
Extra Lives: The Interactive Video Game Concert is a music performance at Other Yin during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 70 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Enjoy live music in Edinburgh's atmospheric venues. From intimate acoustic sets to full band performances, each show offers a unique musical experience.
Venue: Other Yin
Other Yin is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
Tips for Attending
- •Standing venues - arrive early for best spots
- •Check if seats are unreserved or allocated
- •Some venues allow drinks in the performance space
- •Merchandise often available after the show
Booking Information
Ticket Prices: £9 - £15
Age Guidance: 8+
Content Warnings: Strobe lighting, More information Brief strobe lighting effects may occur during a few musical crescendos.
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Extra Lives: The Interactive Video Game Concert represents the musical diversity that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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