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‘1979 Revolution’ Narrative Game Based on the Iranian Revolution Out Now on the App Store

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We brought news last week that 1979 Revolution ($4.99) by developer iNK Stories was to be released on the App Store soon, and thankfully the wait was not too arduous as this morning the game was finally released. However, it really is a ‘game’ in the loosest sense, but definitely not in a bad way. While you have the ability to make certain choices as the protagonist Reza Shirazi, a photojournalist living in the very heart of the Iranian Revolution, the main focus is on the ‘cinematic experience’ which really delves into the reality of one of the most momentous events of the 20th century.

As the game was already released on PC with relatively positive reviews, it certainly will be a full experience, and hopefully the port to iOS doesn’t lose any of the magic of the original game. It seems there are many parallels to 1979 Revolution and the Telltale series of Walking Dead: The Game (Free), in that while it may not be as actively involved as a typical video game, the decisions made really do impact what happens and the story should be truly impactful. After all, the Iranian Revolution was one of the key turning points of the country itself, the entire region of the Middle East and its relationship with the outside world and specifically America that has only begun to repair itself in recent years.

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Such interesting source material coupled an impressive cast of voice actors from major critically acclaimed television shows such as House of Cards and Better Call Saul mean that for anyone looking for another story-driven game for their iPhone, or simply to expand on their historical knowledge about Iran, 1979 Revolution is definitely one to consider. Be sure to share your thoughts with us on our forums.

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