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Pamela's Part-by-Part Guide to the Mission
In these short videos, advisor Pamela Walker highlights key takeaways from each part of the game.
Video Overview of No Turning Back
A 10-minute video walkthrough of the mission, educator materials, and development process.
Historical Terms and Why They Matter
Advisor Pamela Walker explains the history of racial terminology in the U.S., and why we use the terms we use in the game.
Marching Home: Honoring Family Stories and Civil Rights in the Mississippi Delta
Advisor Pamela Walker talks about her personal connections to the history explored in this mission.
Meet the people behind No Turning Back
Learn about the advisors, cast, and other team members who worked on this mission.
Reflections from the Cast
The voice actors behind No Turning Back reflect on their experience working on the mission.
About this Mission
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Teacher's Guide to Using This Mission
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No Turning Back v1.0

The year is 1960. You are 16-year-old Verna Baker, born and raised in the Mississippi Delta. As you move to the city of Greenwood to start high school, a movement for civil rights is gaining momentum. How will you take part in the struggle for freedom and equality?

Version 1.0 of “No Turning Back” is now available by request! If you would like to play and provide feedback on the current version of the game, please email us at missionus@thirteen.org. An updated version will be available in September 2022.