6 Video Games to Help You Learn Science

1. Kerbal Space Program

 This space flight simulation game allows players to design and manage their own space program.

2. Minecraft Education Edition

 In addition to its creative and survival modes, Minecraft Education Edition offers various educational features and lessons, including science-related content.

3. Foldit

Foldit is a puzzle video game that challenges players to solve complex protein-folding problems. By manipulating protein structures in the game, players contribute to scientific research and help scientists better understand protein folding.

4. Solve the Outbreak

Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Solve the Outbreak is an educational game that simulates real-life disease outbreaks. Players act as disease detectives, analysing data and making decisions to contain and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

5. SimCity

SimCity is a city-building simulation game that allows players to design and manage their own virtual cities. Players learn about urban planning, environmental management, and the interconnectedness of various systems.

6. Spore

 Spore is a life simulation game that takes players through the evolutionary journey of a species, from single-celled organisms to space-faring civilisations.