Building climate resilience through gameplay
In fall 2023, the Climate Resilience Center and Unity Technologies launched an innovative accelerator program to build climate resilience through gameplay. The Climate Games Launchpad was a six-week program that offered funding, mentorship, and expert support to developers from six teams selected for their commitment to driving climate action through their game design and story.
During the cohort experience, the six winning teams were given the opportunity to workshop ideas, receive expert feedback and technical support, design impact campaigns, and refine funding pitches. The teams participated in thirteen targeted workshops and received individual mentorship from leading gaming experts.
The accelerator program supported the teams in the development of clear strategies and outcomes, improving their impact and building their potential to reach up to 15 million players together!
What are the benefits?
- Access to and feedback from technical, impact, and scientific experts
- 1-year IGDA membership
- Free Unity Pro licenses for the duration of the cohort experience
- Climate Resilience Center’s signature Climate Crisis workshop
- Curated learning, networking, and professional development sessions
Meet our 2023 cohort
Our inaugural cohort was comprised of six winning teams. Each team was selected through a competitive process. Their applications stood out because of their intentional climate resilience content, projected reach, and long-term plans for climate impact.
This cohort spanned the gaming industry from an augmented reality-focused experience to cozy and adventure games. Each team had up to 4 members, and participated in a series of workshop designed to help them understand how game design and stories can drive real-world action.
