Games for Change

One of the best looking Games for Change to come out this year, we're very happy to share: FAST Heroes. Designed to teach children around the world how to spot the symptoms of a stroke on their grandparents / loved ones, the mobile game uses stories, puzzles and interactive treasure hunts to educate through fun. Currently available on Android at: https://lnkd.in/dPqCqgzP This was an amazing co-production reaching across #Africa with Lucan Animation Studio providing the characters / animations, and PAGG Studios Sea Monster Entertainment (Cape Town) + Kayfo Game Studio (Dakar) + Usiku Games (Nairobi) building the game. Check it out and let us know what you think below!

This is the time to step up! ... an incredible opportunity to be on the big stage of Games for Change in NYC, summer 2025.

Memories from our festival conference day! ✨ A huge thank you to all our participants and speakers from around the globe who joined us. Special thanks to Donna Creative Studio, Serra Akcan and Simru Hazal Civan for the amazing video coverage! 🎥 Games for Change, BUG Lab TEKMER, Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi, BAU Hub, Güven Çatak

Get ready to learn and play at the #ClimateActionDay Virtual Arcade created in collaboration with Games for Change 🌎🎮 This awesome arcade is designed by students, for students, to teach us about #ClimateChange and #Sustainability through fun and engaging games. Check them out and play for a greener future! https://buff.ly/3DbNdqp

🎉 As 2024 ends, we’re celebrating the incredible milestones achieved by the G4C team, our partners, and YOU—our global community. Together, we’ve created lasting change! 👋 Here’s to an even brighter 2025! Thank you for being part of an impactful year. Your support empowers students, educators, and changemakers worldwide. 📖 Take a look back at the highlights from 2024 in our newsletter! https://buff.ly/4iWSBxZ #GamingForGood #G4C2025 #PowerOfPlay #GamesforChange #G4C

🎮 🌟 Hello museum educators! Are you interested in incorporating #GameDesign into your museum programs? Participate in Game Plan, a professional development initiative that will equip you to captivate your visitors through the innovative use of game design. By joining you’ll: 🧠 Learn to adapt game design tools for your program using G4C’s Intro to Game Design Curriculum 🕹️ Prepare to host the G4C Student Challenge at your museum 🧑🎓 Gain skills in game-based learning 📆 Spring 2025 | Capacity is limited to 20 educators—apply now! Learn more and apply here: https://buff.ly/40bu9BV #MuseumEducation #GameBasedLearning #GamesForChange #ProfessionalDevelopment #InnovativeTeaching #G4C

🎮 Calling all creators! Games for Change is now accepting speaker and game submissions for the 2025 Games for Change Festival in New York City in the summer of 2025! 🎉 Join us at #G4C2205, as we break down barriers and uplift diverse voices through inspiring talks, interactive arcades, hands-on workshops, and collaborative game jams! Together we’ll convene to address societal challenges and create a more equitable future. 🌍 If your work involves innovation in the social impact space, tackling global issues, or harnessing the power of games, this is your chance to share it with G4C’s community of changemakers, industry leaders, and educators. 🏆 Check out the G4C Award categories: 🕹️ Innovation & Gameplay: Best in Innovation, Best Gameplay, Best Narrative Social Impact & Civics: Best in Impact, Best in Environmental Impact, Best in Civics, Best in Health & Wellness 🧠 Learning & Platforms: Best in Learning, Best Platform-Based Project, Best in XR 🎮 Analog & Student Made: Best Board or Tabletop Game for Impact, Best Student Project 🎤 Ready to present? Submit your speaker proposal:https://buff.ly/3VQKeKF 🕹️ Got a game to showcase? Submit here: https://buff.ly/3VRF7d2 We look forward to your submissions! #G4C2025 #GamingForGood #SocialImpact #DesigningForTommorow

⭐ We are thrilled to unveil the winners of the Diverse Voices New Stories Challenge in partnership with Google Play business community! With submissions from 15 different countries, showcasing incredible creativity and storytelling. These games feature gameplay that ranges from exploring the history of humanity to presenting diverse and immersive narratives. We are proud to announce the winners, each receiving $15,000: 🏆A Monsters Expedition - Draknek & Friends (United Kingdom) 🏆 Greak: Memories of Azur - Navegante (Mexico) 🏆 Mutazione - Die Gute Fabrik (Denmark) Congratulations to all the winners and participants! 📱🎮 Stay tuned—we’ll showcase these winning games at #G4C2025! 🎉✨ Dive into the comments to learn more about these amazing games! 👇 #GooglePlay #GameDesignChallenge #MobileGames #Gaming #VideoGames

A week ago, I had the privilege of attending the amazing Games for Change event, which took place for the first time in Türkiye. It was incredibly informative and engaging, offering valuable insights into the world of games and their social impact. However, this event added another layer of significance for me personally. I had the honour of meeting one of my role models from the game industry, Eric Zimmerman, a person whose book I’ve read countless times and even teach. His energy was absolutely brilliant, and he was incredibly friendly. I’m so happy to have finally met him. Another memorable moment was reuniting with my mentor, Diğdem Sezen PhD , an extraordinary researcher whose speech was truly eye-opening. Her wisdom and insights always inspire me. Throughout the event, many priceless and valuable pieces of knowledge were shared, making it a truly enriching experience. A huge thank you to Güven Çatak and the entire Games for Change Türkiye team for organising this paramount event. Your hard work and dedication are making a significant impact. 🚀🎮 #GameForChange #GameForChangeTürkiye #Inspiration #Mentorship #GamingIndustry StartGate

Oyunlar, yalnızca bir eğlence aracı olmanın ötesinde, güçlü bir iletişim ve etkileşim platformu. Games for Change Türkiye etkinliği, bu anlamda sadece oyun tasarımına dair önemli bilgiler edinmemi sağlamakla kalmadı; aynı zamanda tanıdık yüzlerle yeniden buluşup hasret gidermek ve yeni insanlarla tanışmak için harika bir fırsat sundu. Bu değerli etkinliğin Türkiye’ye gelmiş olması, oyun sektörünün sosyal değişim yaratma potansiyelini keşfetmek adına büyük bir adım. Emeği geçen herkese yürekten teşekkür ediyorum. Oyunların dünyayı nasıl şekillendirebileceğine dair yeni perspektifler kazanmak, bu yolculukta hepimize ilham veriyor. I would also like to thank Eric Zimmerman, Lisa Kretschmer, Susanna Pollack and more professionals for giving our industry this opportunity and sharing good information. #G4C #GamesForChange #G4CTürkiye