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Embrace of the Crescent

I may have a hijab, but I can still rock the world—just watch me turn heads!

In 'Embrace of the Crescent', players step into the shoes of Emilia, a 10-year-old girl who faces the tumultuous journey of identity, acceptance, and growth. After being adopted by a loving Arab Muslim family, Emilia must navigate her new life, learning the tenets of Islam while grappling with her own cultural differences. Voiced by the dramatic narrative choices the player makes, Emilia interacts with school friends, confronts bullies, and discovers the beauty in diversity as she learns to balance her American upbringing with her new cultural identity. Every choice impacts her relationships and how she sees herself, leading to multiple endings that reflect her path of self-discovery in a world of contrasting beliefs and acceptance.