The “Big Brother Is Watching You” is an innovative deck of playing cards, inspired by George Orwell’s novel 1984. Conceptualized and designed by the team at 3rd Dominion, the deck is currently seeking funds on Kickstarter with 15 days to go. A the time of writing, the deck is already more than 300% funded!
The phrase “Big Brother Is Watching You” refers to the government’s surveillance of the people with the help of listening devices and cameras, in a totalitarian society, where Big Brother is the head of the totalitarian regime. According to the Kickstarter page,
We decided to develop this deck, inspired by Orvel’s brilliant prophecy, which proved to have an outstanding relevance in today’s world.
The Big Brother deck begins with the tuck box. It was carefully designed with the Big Eye prominently featured throughout the deck, perfectly conveying Big Brother’s idea. On the inner side of the tuck box surprisingly is charismatic and colorful the big head of Big Brother.
Three decks are on offer during the campaign, Silver, Gold, and Cobalt Blue. Inside the deck is the same for all 3 deck colors. The face cards are pretty much standard but with updated color palette and the big Eye design element at the center of the court cards, Ace of Spades, and the mirrored card backs.
The design is cohesive with the overall look and style of the deck. WIth the darker tone, the deck is disturbing yet visually appealing at the same time.
Big Brother deck comes with a unique seal featuring the Eye looking at you and informing you “Think or Sleep”
Printed by NPCC and pledge start at $13 on Kickstarter.
