Deus Ex 2: Invisible War Enter a world beginning to recover from a secret conspiratorial war and participate in a powerful story, rich in mystery, lies and intrigue. Overview20 years after the events depicted in Deus Ex, the world is only beginning to recover. from a catastrophic worldwide depression brought on by technology run amok and a secret conspiratorial war. The winner-take-all geopolitics of mid-21st century Earth have given way to a struggle over more basic concerns like food, water, reestablishing civil law and cleaning up biological and nano-tech fallout.In this chaotic recovery, several religious and political factions see an opportunity to re-shape a worldwide government to their agendas, understanding that the right moves now could determine the shape of human society for decades.. even centuries to come.