Serious games use complete game experiences to address real-world problems, unlike gamification, which adds game elements to existing activities. A famous example is FoldIt, where players solved a key AIDS-related protein structure. Serious games can help tackle climate change, wealth inequality, and political polarization.
Read MoreIn Shkodër, Albania, many young people feel powerless and disengaged from civic life, believing they can’t influence change. This mindset began to shift for the author during an internship at GO2 Albania, where they learned about civic rights and the importance of youth participation.
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