1997 RELOADED

'1997

RELOADED'

is an ‘enhanced comic’ and a deep dive into a reimagined past. This cinematic, coming-of-age adventure invites you to witness a powerful story of love, justice, and nostalgia. As a focused, kinetic experience, it is crafted to be read and felt—a linear mystery where every beat is designed to hit home exactly as intended. Hove, England. June 2023. Italian best friends Marco and Federico are sixteen, away from home, and trying to survive an intensive English summer course. Their days are defined by the seaside air and the company of Shirley , the determined, pink-haired daughter of Marco’s host family. But their summer of language lessons and teenage boredom takes a dark, unexpected turn at a local flea market. Among the relics of the past, the trio stumbles upon a lost, vintage answering machine. Inside is a haunting audio recording: clear evidence of a murder from decades ago. What begins as a curious discovery becomes an obsessive quest for the truth. From the grey coasts of Europe to the neon nights of NYC and the sun-drenched streets of Los Angeles , you will follow them deep into the 1990s music scene to uncover forgotten secrets about good, evil, and the fleeting nature of fame. Will they be able to right a decades-old wrong? Or is some history better left buried? 🎞️

CINEMATIC RUNTIME

Approximately 5 hours of gameplay: perfect for a two-part "movie night" experience. "

NEO-RETRO

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AESTHETIC

🌃 Over 2,000 original illustrations that combine philological research of the '90s with a sharp, modern directorial style. 📀

THE SOUND OF '97

The original soundtrack includes tracks by fictional artists from the game’s lore, brought to life by professional vocalists. Featuring the amazing vocals of Jessie Wagner, Ken Gordon and Rosa Helena.

THE ROXYVERSE

💥 Explore an alternate timeline where Grunge never existed and Los Angeles was the epicentre of the 1990s Alt-rock scene. 📼

ANALOG INTERACTIVITY

Features a vintage answering machine with 12 authentic voice messages recorded by real actors to take you back in time.

MINI-GAMES & READING ROOM

📂 Interactive breaks and a dedicated space to browse vintage-style articles and lore. 💬

ENGLISH WITH AN ITALIAN FLAVOUR