Heat Wave Survival — News in Games-Based Learning

Climate Change Has Infiltrated Game Night—and That’s a Good Thing, Experts Say

In April, Minecraft introduced "Heat Wave Survival," a minigame challenging players to defeat a fire-breathing Heat Dragon symbolizing extreme heat's threat amid rising global temperatures. This exemplifies a trend where game developers incorporate climate change themes into entertainment. Initiatives like the nonprofit-led development of games promoting renewable energy and heat-resilient infrastructure aim to educate youth on climate issues.

MinecraftDave EngOctober 31, 2024Minecraft, Heat Wave Survival, Climate changeComment

In a new ‘Minecraft’ game, kids battle extreme heat—by slaying a fire-breathing dragon

In Talib Visram's article, a new educational game within Minecraft, Heat Wave Survival, transforms the abstract threat of extreme heat into a tangible challenge—a fire-breathing dragon. Developed by the Adrienne Arsht-Rockefeller Foundation Resilience Center, the game aims to educate children about the dangers of heat and teach mitigation strategies such as hydration and urban planning.

MinecraftDave EngOctober 11, 2024Minecraft, Heat Wave Survival, Extreme heatComment