You Must Take Part in Revolution has earned its spot on IGN's list of the most anticipated graphic novels of 2025, and it's easy to see why. Set to be released in March, this graphic novel is poised to resonate deeply in a year marked by political upheaval. It delves into the gripping narrative of three friends and their struggle against a techno-fascist regime, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the intersections of technology, politics, and resistance.
IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive sneak peek at You Must Take Part in Revolution. Dive into the preview through our slideshow gallery below:
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Penned by Melissa Chan, an Emmy-nominated foreign correspondent with bases in Los Angeles and Berlin, and illustrated by the activist artist Badiucao, often dubbed "China's Banksy," You Must Take Part in Revolution marks the comic book debut for both creators. Their collaboration promises a fresh and powerful narrative.
Here's the official synopsis of the book:
From Emmy-nominated journalist Melissa Chan and esteemed activist artist Badiucao comes a near-future dystopian graphic novel about technology, authoritarian government, and the lengths that one will go to in the fight for freedom.
It's 2035. The US and China are at war. America is a proto-fascist state. Taiwan is divided into two. As conflict escalates between nuclear powers, three idealistic youths who first met in Hong Kong develop diverging beliefs about how best to navigate this techno-authoritarian landscape. Andy, Maggie, and Olivia travel different paths toward transformative change, each confronting to what extent they will fight for freedom, and who they will become in doing so.
A powerful and important book about global totalitarian futures, and the costs of resistance.
Mark your calendars for March 4, 2025, when You Must Take Part in Revolution will hit the shelves. Preorder your copy on Amazon to ensure you don't miss out on this thought-provoking graphic novel.
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