[pfk] Gaming for Good
The recent July/August issue of Heifer International's journal "World Ark" features an article on games focusing on social change issues.
Gaming for Good It all started with the United Nations Food Force (www.food-force.com), a video game that gives players a peek into the sometimes dangerous missions of the World Food Programme. The movement caught on, and now college students, gaming industry professionals and even private sector companies are joining forces to support educational video games that put players in the shoes of people in war-torn, resource-poor and underdeveloped nations.Lots of games are now available to reflect trouble spots all over the world. To examine the conflict in the Sudan, play "Darfur is Dying" (www.darfurisdying.com). For insight into the plight of Haitians, play "Ayiti" at www.thecostoflife.org. "Pax Warrior" (www.paxwarrior.com) and "Peacemaker" (peacemakergame.com) let players try their hands at maneuvering through Rwandan genocide and forging a peace strategy for the Middle East.
Download the full article here.
