All of the outdated electronics and computers featured in the movie were on loan from the Goodwill Computer Museum in Austin, Texas.
The film's 80s inspired score was written and performed by Will Berman, who is also a member of the rock band MGMT.
One possible explanation for the film's unique world is that it takes place within an abandoned game of SimCity2000.
The character of "Jared" was played by the film's sound mixer.