Utopolis – Aufbruch der Tiere

On the one hand, the game promotes social interaction amongst players in an innovative way; on the other, it encourages reflection on the possibilities offered by mechanisms of social order. Thanks to the largely customisable game environment, players have the opportunity to test various models of social organisation and to overcome dangerous and threatening situations through close cooperation. Thanks to flexible access in terms of time and location, the integration of player groups is always guaranteed. The cooperative approach to achieving a shared goal not only enhances immersion in the game but can also help to convey socially relevant norms and values. The straightforward access and the use of conventions typical of role-playing games and browser games ensure that political and moral-ethical content – which is otherwise often perceived as alien – is embedded in the real world.

The DCP Jury 2015