Relooted is a unique heist game that tackles the significant issue of African artifacts being held in Western collections. Developed by South African studio Nyamakop, it presents players with a storyline set in a future where Western nations signed a treaty to return these artifacts, but instead are hiding them away. Players lead a crew in Johannesburg through missions that mix puzzle-solving and action as they strategize to reclaim 70 real artifacts currently in Western hands. The game's narrative sheds light on the cultural legacy and heritage starkly missing from African communities due to colonial practices.
Relooted emphasizes the fight for reclaiming African artifacts stolen by Western countries, blending rich cultural history with engaging heist gameplay.
Producer Sithe Ncube highlights the alarming reality that 90% of sub-Saharan Africa's cultural heritage resides in Western collections, prompting the need for reclamation.
With each heist, players must plan meticulously in order to retrieve the artifacts while navigating through security, embodying the importance of knowledge and strategy.
Nyamakop, an influential independent studio, aims to shed light on cultural ownership through innovative gameplay, representing a significant step for African game development.
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