Outbreak Squad
© 2020 Learning Games Labs
Often times things that can hurt you are invisible, which is why it takes good science to figure out what is going on. This is especially true for foodborne illnesses. Your job is to help four cartoon style characters apply their "weapons" (things like a study, a law or an education program) to fight against a potential outbreak monster called Cheesy McPizza. You decide what each character does as you balance your time and money. The four heroes represent the fields of healthcare, education, enforcement and research. In order to win and avoid deaths, all the members have to work together as a squad to balance their resources. Reading is required. This game is excellent for group learning activities in the classroom for grades 5 and up. This game was funded by federal grants, and it was created by a team led by Barbara Chamberlin at NMSU's Learning Games Lab. It was made using Unity and runs on any Windows or iOS. No registration or costs are required; children are not tracked making this an Ethical App. Play the game, at https://outbreaksquad.com/index.html
Windows, Mac OSX, Chrome, Internet Site
Teaches: science, food safety, food borne illness protection
CTR Rating: 94%