1979 Revolution: Black Friday

Based on real stories from Iran between 1978-1981. In this cinematic adventure game, you navigate this momentous revolution with only two weapons: your camera and your morality. You play as Reza, a photojournalist, where you get caught up by two opposing sides of the revolution. The fates of those around you hinge on the consequences of your choices.

Unlike anything you’ve played before, the 1979 Revolution immerses players into a moving and engaging experience where a documentary and a game come together.

Now available to play in English, Farsi, French, German, Russian, Spanish and Turkish

How do you play? What are the features?

CINEMATIC – A rich interactive film experience.

MAKE CHOICES – Change the outcome and the fates of others within this branching story.

LEARN – Discover and unlock over eighty unique stories about Iran and the revolution: social customs, political and
historical insights, home movies, graffitis, photos, and more.

TAKE PHOTOS – Compare your photos to actual archival pictures.

EXPLORE – Discover Iran and the world of revolution as never experienced in video games before.

TRUE STORIES – Based on first-person testimonies from Iranian freedom fighters, witnesses, and imprisoned enemies of the state which helped define the 21st Century.