Made and set in Mexico, the game won Best Woman Led Game at The Indie Game Awards while also making NPR’s list of Best Games of 2024. It’s also a tightly-wound, visually striking journey that takes only 5 or so hours to complete.
About Mexico, 1921. A Deep Slumber.
Mexico City, 1921. The country is wrapped in the recent consequences of years of conflict and revolution. Álvaro Obregón, leader of the revolution, is now at the head of a country with a brand new social constitution, and a population demanding education and human rights. With the help of intellectuals like José Vasconcelos and artists like Diego Rivera he intends to steer the country to a brighter future. Fast forward 7 years when President Obregón is shot and murdered under mysterious circumstances.
Mexico City, 1921. The country is wrapped in the recent consequences of years of conflict and revolution. Álvaro Obregón, leader of the revolution, is now at the head of a country with a brand new social constitution, and a population demanding education and human rights. With the help of intellectuals like José Vasconcelos and artists like Diego Rivera he intends to steer the country to a brighter future. Fast forward 7 years when President Obregón is shot and murdered under mysterious circumstances.
Features:
- Explore Mexico in the 1920’s!: Discover up to seven historic sites like the National Palace, the old Merced Convent and the new Secretary of Public Education in a striking visual style inspired by Mexican artists’ graphic techniques. You’ll be able to drink mezcal with Mexico’s most famous muralists, have conversations with politicians, writers, poets and even visit the famous Castañeda psychiatric hospital!
- Historical Photography: Take in-game photos with Juan’s camera, change the depth of field, aperture and zoom to immortalize your own version of the city. Through Juan’s camera you’ll be able to capture evidence, portray politicians and artists to turn Juan’s notebook into a postrevolutionary archive.
- Collectable History: Search for 100+ collectible objects that can trigger extra historical data like quotes, poems and even recipes. We work closely with the National Newspaper Library and the Popular Arts Museum to create the most exciting and documented historical content. Search for 100+ collectible objects that can trigger side missions and historical data.
México, 1921. A Deep Slumber has received international praise and festival nominations from the London Games Festival, IndieCade, Latin American Games Showcase, and more.