Gaming to Save the World with Bobby Angel, Tony Manfredonia, & Theresa Ambat | LegendHaven 2024
Games can give players the means to save worlds, and incentive to learn the habits of heroes! This panel of gaming geeks will chat about their favorite games, and take inspiration from Jane McGonigal’s TED talk, Gaming for a Better World.
You think gaming is just about leveling up and killing time? Think again. Bobby, Tony, and Theresa dig deep into how video games aren’t just play— they’re a battlefield for the soul. From the epic storytelling of Red Dead Redemption 2 to the spiritual themes Tony bakes into his symphonic albums, these are the stories that get under your skin. They hit on how gaming communities, even in 'World of Warcraft', create opportunities for brotherhood and the moments where you’re forced to ask, “Am I becoming a better person?” The panel hits hard on how the stories we immerse ourselves in don’t just pass the time—they shape our character. And if you’re not setting your priorities straight before you fire up that console, you’re letting life happen to you instead of taking charge. Listen, games can teach virtue just like 'Final Fantasy' taught us the weight of the world, and they can make you grapple with morality in ways a movie never could. The world needs more creators ready to code their values into the game, ready to make games that don’t just entertain but challenge you to be better. So, what kind of hero are you?
Jane McGonigal’s TED talk, Gaming for a Better World:
• Gaming can make a better world | Jane McGo...
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