It's Not Fiction, It's for Real
Discover the real science behind Singapore's most remarkable innovations. Watch short films celebrating 60 years of Public Service breakthroughs, from digital twin cities to desalination plants.
Last updated 14 July 2026
IT'S NOT FICTION. IT'S FOR REAL.
An intricate structure that turns seawater into drinkable water. A digital realm that looks like the real world. These might feel like something out of a sci-fi movie—but they’re actual achievements by our Scientists, Technologists and Engineers. This SG60, we’re celebrating 60 years of building real change with these Public Service projects. Watch our films below and visit our socials @ctrlshift.sg to learn more.
A virtual world that shapes reality?
A man on a mission finds himself in an uncanny dimension. But as cracks begin to form, he’s forced to attend to another pressing matter before fulfilling his true purpose. To delve into this project yourself, visit https://go.gov.sg/ura-smart-planning
Mysterious labyrinths with a lifesaving secret?
A curious trio, a mysterious facility and something in the shadows: is this a misadventure waiting to happen, or a discovery of something greater? To learn more about this project, head to https://go.gov.sg/pub-desalinationplants