Our Environment

Video games may not directly help the environment, but they can help increase our awareness of environmental concerns. Over 60% of adults enjoy free online games and console video game sales have eclipsed Hollywood box office earnings. With a constantly growing audience that varies widely demographically, video game publishers are releasing games into more niche markets tailored for those who do not necessarily enjoy the first person blood baths of the more popular games.

The Serious Games Initiative is working to apply the video game medium to further awareness of educational, social, and environmental issues. Among these serious games is CO2FX, which explores the relationship of global warming to economic, political and policy factors. This web based game provides a multi user environment that illustrates the far reaching effects of decisions made by corporate and political entities. The game is free to play and can be found at www.globalwarminginteractive.com.

Overall the game is a refreshing break from the regular games available, but if your looking for a quick 10 minute break from work, then you are better off sticking with the online puzzle or racing games.