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1952, Empire Grand. Inhabit the frantic life of a telephone exchange operator in this thrilling voice-acted historical puzzle game. Connect calls, consult the directories and listen closely to earn your family a better life. When agents of war and rebellion begin to call your name, will you answer?

It is 1952 in Empire Grand. You are a telephone exchange operator in a rural town, still weathering the aftermath of the Second War. Your job seems simple - connect phone calls, learn the directory, and bring in the cash to help your family immigrate. The world, however, is not so predictable: the mysterious Windser Army Base has suddenly sprung to life; your loved ones are assailed by prejudice, paranoia, and whispers of grassroots rebellion. The private conversations you hear every day carry secrets that many people desire - could you trade them for a better life?Look forward to:A realistic and tactile switchboard control experienceQuick-paced and intuitive gameplay - easy to learn and hard to masterA thrilling voice-acted story, shaped by your actionsA vast catalogue of conversations and original musicElaborate illustrated directories in a retro 1950s styleA growing array of tools and objectives, from a host of mysterious alliesListen in and learn the truthUsing the tactile and realistic switchboard interface, receive and route telephone calls from all over town. Make use of various illustrated directories and documents for reference and guidance. Work quickly and precisely - your overbearing boss won't tolerate poor performance.Every conversation that passes through your desk can be listened in on. Amidst the mundane chats of everyday life lie fragments of interesting narratives. With some skill and focus you can extract an array of small stories - but a larger mystery is afoot. Before long, your information becomes valuable to several invested parties - and they are willing to pay.Fight for a happy endingYour decisions and and performance will determine the fate of your characters, so be vigilant. Will you remain loyal to your ideals, or come to understand the true toll of desperation?Uncover the tools of the tradeDiscover new mechanics and forms of gameplay as the story progresses. Divert, transcribe and even record conversations as they pass through the exchange. Can you handle your growing list of responsibilities?Hear the story brought to lifeEnjoy the fully voice-acted main storyline, illustrating the thrilling narrative through audio drama. Meet and listen to a cast of rich and developed characters, under your control and beyond.