Game Design: Surviving Mars (Ages 11-14)

If you think living in a pandemic is tough, just wait till you take a trip to Mars! In this camp you design a game based on what it would take to survive a year-long trip in space as well as what to do once you land on Mars. You’ll have to figure out how to live in closed ecosystems and terrariums, and what to do when Matt Damon shows up on your compound demanding your potatoes. We’re kidding of course; Matt Damon will not bother you in this camp, which will give you more time to understand how to balance resources, inputs and outputs as they relate to the survival systems you develop. Games and activities will happen throughout the week, creating a fun opportunity to find out about Mars while designing exciting games!