Bury me, my Love

"Bury me, my Love" is an award-winning mobile game that follows the journey of Nour, a Syrian migrant, as she attempts to reach safety in Europe. The game has received recognition for its meaningful and emotional storytelling, winning awards such as Best Emotional Mobile & Handheld Game and the Google Play Indie Games contest.

The game is a text messaging adventure, where players take on the role of Nour's husband, Majd, who remains in Syria and communicates with her through a messaging app. Majd advises Nour as she faces challenges and obstacles on her journey, with the ultimate goal of reaching Europe safely.

The title of the game, "Bury me, my Love," holds a deeper meaning as it is a Syrian goodbye phrase that translates to "Take care, don't even think about dying before I do." This phrase takes on a poignant significance as Majd says it to Nour before she embarks on her perilous journey.

The game is a co-production between ARTE, a European cultural network, and game developers The Pixel Hunt and Figs. It is designed to be played within an instant messaging app, allowing players to communicate with Nour and follow her journey as if they were chatting with her on WhatsApp. Players can exchange messages, emojis, pictures, and links with Nour.

One of the unique features of "Bury me, my Love" is its multiple narrative routes. Players make choices by responding to Nour's messages, which impact the story and can lead to 19 different endings. The game offers 50 different locations for Nour to visit, providing a diverse and immersive experience for players.

The game is based on real-life events and is a "reality-inspired game." It draws inspiration from the story of Dana, a young Syrian woman who fled her country and now lives in Germany. The original idea for the game came from an article written by Le Monde journalist, Lucie Soullier, who documented Dana's journey.

While the game offers a unique and emotional experience, it may be sensitive for younger players. The developers urge players to be original and SEO-oriented in their choices, as they navigate Nour's journey and help her overcome the challenges she faces.