Founded in 2010, Good World Games is a software company dedicated to creating games for good. The first product created is called MyConservationPark, which is a virtual wildlife game that incorporates endangered species and habitats into its narrative. The game supports the non-profit partners of Good World Games which includes The Dian Fossey Gorilla fund, WildAid and Sea Shepherd.
"We believe in the power of for-profit companies to drive innovation and we also believe in the power of our non-profit partners to stir the passions of our community of players," Good World Games states in their mission statement in true social business fashion.
Contact Information
Good World Games website
Good World Games on Facebook
Good World Games on Twitter
What's Driving This Trend
- Socially Dedicated Games
- Opportunity for game developers to create games with a social impact and support non-profit organizations.
- Virtual Wildlife Games
- Potential for virtual games that raise awareness about endangered species and their habitats.
- For-profit and Non-profit Collaboration
- Innovation in partnerships between for-profit companies and non-profit organizations to drive social change through gaming.
Who This Affects Most
- Software Development
- Software developers can tap into the trend of creating socially responsible gaming experiences.
- Conservation and Environmental Organizations
- Conservation groups can explore partnerships with gaming companies to raise awareness and funds for their causes.
- Gamification
- Opportunity for companies specializing in gamification to assist in creating engaging and impactful gaming experiences for social good.
