In the shadowed corners of history, where myths intertwine with reality, the enigmatic figures of the Joker and the Thief have danced throughout the ages. They are eternal, omnipresent, yet not immediately recognised. Theyve presented themselves as the Great Seafarers, on land as the Wayfarers, and in the Wasteland of Dystopia. They have even transcended reality within our Psychonauts series. In the series, False Idols, these two mysterious entities play their most daring roles yet – masquerading as the old gods of ancient civilisations.

The Joker, a being of chaos and pure potentiality – symbolises creation, the spark of existence, and the vibrant energy that fuels the universe. His laughter echoes deep in the jungles of Central and South America.

In contrast, The Thief, is the menacing whisper in the darkness. The figure in the shadows. He represents death, not as a finality, but as a transition, a necessary counterpart to the vibrance of life. In the still moments, he’s watching.

These two characters have always been archetypical tricksters… and for their next trick, they’re attempting the impossible.

Together, the Joker and the Thief attempt to weave themselves into the fabric of Aztec and Mayan mythology, taking on the guise of gods. They are not the creators they pretend to be. What is the true intention of these False Idols?

A word to the wise, dear backer… question all that you see and all that you worship. Beware the False Idols.