WolfQuest

WolfQuest

WolfQuest is a 3D wildlife simulation video game by the Minnesota Zoo and Eduweb, funded by the National Science Foundation that incorporates game-based learning about wolves and wolf ecology. Players live the life of a wolf, either lone or part of a pack (up to four players) in Yellowstone National Park.

=Strengths= > =Weaknesses= > =Opportunities=
 * Free
 * Game-based learning, learn accurate information about wolves and wolf ecology by living the life of a wolf
 * Experience wilderness survival with hunting elk, encountering strange wolves, finding a mate, forming a pack, and raising pups
 * Quality 3D immersive game
 * Single or multi-player capabilities
 * On-line community where you can discuss the game with other players, participate in quizzes and online polls, chat with wolf biologists, share artwork and stories about wolves
 * Customized character creation/design
 * Promotes reading
 * Normal speed to load
 * Limited number of possible scenarios
 * Interact with players from more than 200 countries
 * Learn about wolves, wolf ecology, and conservation
 * Information for classroom use

=Threats=
 * On-line chat - has a section on game safety and reporting abuse
 * Instant chat in multi-player mode - has a section on game safety and reporting abuse

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