Wrong Side of Town
One wrong turn.
An ordinary trip puts the crew in unfamiliar territory. Every neighborhood has its own rules.
Straight out of the Windy City
EVERY CHOICE
HAS A COST.
Loyalty. The hustle. Life on the block.
Step into the world of Surviving Chicago.
Full episodes are coming soon on Amazon Prime and YouTube.
Animated stories. Real Chicago energy.
Open the official SC app · Add it to your home screen ↗
DRE
MALIK
JAY
NIA
THE CITY DOESN’T WAIT.
The animated series
THE STREETS
HAVE A STORY.
Four friends. A city full of possibilities.
Follow Dre, Malik, Jay and Nia through high-stakes drama, humor, and choices that stay with you.
Wrong Side of Town
A ride with questions.
A black Escalade arrives at just the right time. Can the crew trust the people who saved them?
Wrong Side of Town
Who runs the city?
Every open door reveals another secret. The deeper they go, the harder it is to find a way back.
Summertime Chi
Part 1
Watch Summertime Chi, Part 1, from Surviving Chicago.
Summertime Chi
Everybody’s outside.
The block is alive. Old faces reconnect, new personalities collide, and the vibe can change fast.
Summertime Chi
Part 3
Watch Summertime Chi, Part 3, from Surviving Chicago.
Do or Do
Part 1
Watch Do or Do, Part 1, from Surviving Chicago.
Do or Do
No turning back.
A risky plan puts Dre and Jay under pressure. Surviving means making the right choice in time.
Do or Do
Part 3
Watch Do or Do, Part 3, on the official Surviving Chicago YouTube channel.
The Art of Hustle
Built for the moment.
Dre and Jay chase an opportunity that could change everything. The grind comes with pressure.
The Art of Hustle
Part 2
Watch The Art of Hustle, Part 2, from Surviving Chicago.
The Art of Hustle
Part 3
Watch The Art of Hustle, Part 3, from Surviving Chicago.
Coming soon
Walking By Faith Not Sight
The next series from Surviving Chicago.
Watch right here. Choose an episode to open the video player.
Surviving Chicago • The arcade
CHOOSE
YOUR GAME.
One city. More ways to play.
Race the ‘L’, take the football field, and see what’s on deck.
THE ‘L’ CHASE
OUT
THE JAM.
ENDLESS RUNNER KEYBOARD + TOUCHRun the city
GET OUT THE JAM FROM 12.
Pick your runner. Hit Chicago’s ‘L’. Dodge trains, take the rooftops, grab SC tokens, and keep the CPD chase behind you.
- Jay, Dre, Malik & Nia
- Power-ups & SC tokens
- A faster chase as you go
- Your personal high score
Computer, phone, or tablet. Use a keyboard, swipe controls, or touch buttons. Your high score stays in this browser.
NO PADS. NO REFS. JUST RESPECT.
STREET
KINGS.
3V3 STREET FOOTBALL KEYBOARD + TOUCHTake the field
THE BLOCK IS YOURS.
Lead Karpi Bibbs and the crew in 3-on-3 street football. Call your play, pass to your receiver, juke the defense, and race to 21.
- Karpi Bibbs at quarterback
- Four offensive plays
- Animated moves & celebrations
- Official SC logo at midfield
Computer, phone, or tablet. Drag the thumbstick and use the action buttons on touch screens. iPad opens a lightweight view; 3D is optional. Opens a dedicated game page.
THE NEXT GAME IN THE SC UNIVERSE
BACKYARD
LEGENDS.
3D ARCADE BASEBALL · CHICAGO’S WEST SIDESurviving Chicago • Backyard Legends
ONE LOT.
ALL HEART.
Kris D. Lofton and the Crew are bringing baseball to Chicago’s West Side. Build your five, swing for the fences, and defend the neighborhood lot.
- Kris D. Lofton leads the Legends
- Choose your Crew
- Three-inning arcade baseball
- West Side Slugger special
Coming soon
Play begins October 23 at midnight Chicago time. Free in your browser on computers, phones, and tablets. Created by Paul Stone.
Launch detailsChicago Stories • The bookshop
BIG DREAMS.
YOUR COLORS.
Bring a Chicago story to life, one page at a time.
Explore our comic coloring and activity books.
PHYSICAL PAPERBACK
For football fans and young dreamers
Chicago Stories: Kapri Bibbs
Run Toward Your Dreams
Turn a football dream into something they can color, read, and make their own. Follow Kapri’s story, then leave room for a dream of their own.
- A football story told through coloring and comic pages
- Prompts that invite readers to share their own dreams
- 26 pages · 8.5 × 11 inches · Physical paperback
By Paul Stone
See Amazon for the current price, delivery date, availability, and purchase options.
REAL PAGES. TAKE A LOOK INSIDE.
Watch the 15-second sample-page preview ▶
Silent preview of the cover and two interior samples. Not the complete book.
PHYSICAL PAPERBACK
For Crew fans and family coloring time
Surviving Chicago Coloring Book
Color it. Follow the story. Join the Crew.
The Crew is on the page. Bring Dre, Malik, Jay, and Nia into your next coloring session with Chicago scenes, story pages, and activities to explore together.
- Color the Crew and Chicago-inspired scenes
- Story and activity pages, including positive affirmations
- 32 pages · 8.5 × 11 inches · Physical paperback
By Paul Stone
See Amazon for the current price, delivery date, availability, and purchase options.
REAL PAGES. TAKE A LOOK INSIDE.
Watch the 15-second sample-page preview ▶
Silent preview of the cover and two interior samples. Not the complete book.
COMING 10/23 • FRONT COVER
Click the cover for a closer look
Comic coloring book • Coming October 23
Chicago Stories:
Kris D. Lofton
From the Ballfield to the Big Screen
Follow Kris from baseball dreams to a new opportunity on screen. Bring his story to life in a coloring comic about courage, creativity, family, and the dreams that open new doors.
A coloring comic for kids8.5 × 11 inches
Coming Soon
Arriving October 23, 2026. Preview the cover now.
Before you order
Is this a physical book or a download?
The Amazon buttons above lead to paperback listings. These previews are samples, not a digital-book purchase.
Which book should I choose?
Choose Kapri Bibbs for a football story about big dreams. Choose Surviving Chicago Coloring Book to spend more time with the Crew and Chicago-inspired activities.
Where do I check the price and delivery?
Amazon shows the current price, availability, and delivery options for your location before you order.
OFFICIAL SURVIVING CHICAGO MERCH
REP THE CREW.
Shop Surviving Chicago apparel and Dre, Malik, Jay, and Nia character stickers.
Explore merch ↗
Surviving it together
MEET THE CREW.
Different personalities. Shared streets.
Select a portrait to get to know the crew.
DRE
MALIK
JAY
NIA
THE NEXT CHAPTER
SAME CITY.
HIGHER STANDARD.
See how Surviving Chicago is evolving—from the V2 visual direction to the work behind the frames and what’s coming next.
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THE STORY DOESN’T
END HERE.
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