2014: 5 Games to Learn From

By Anastasia Salter. As the year winds to a close, it’s a great time to take a look back at some of the games that stood out in serious and educational gaming. If you’re thinking about picking a new game for a class, keep an eye on the coming game awards season. There are a number of venues that showcase great educational games each year. The Serious Games Showcase & Challenge highlighted several winners this year, including National Geographic’s game The Underground Railroad: Journey to Freedom and University of Washington’s Nanocrafter. The 2015 Games for Change Festival will likewise no doubt showcase an impressive range of serious and educational games released this year. Read more...