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A game simulation that educates players about sustainability through interactive challenges and decision-making.
Overview
Sustainability Quest is an educational game that blends engaging gameplay with real-world environmental concepts. Players face simulated scenarios where their choices impact resources, ecosystems, and community well-being. The goal is to learn how to make sustainable decisions while maintaining a thriving in-game environment.
Goals
Raise awareness about sustainability and environmental issues
Demonstrate how everyday decisions affect the planet
Make learning engaging through interactive gameplay
Features
Realistic scenarios including deforestation, waste management, renewable energy, and more
Decision impact system where every choice affects the ecosystem, economy, and player score
Multiple game modes: timed challenges, free exploration, and story mode
Educational insights after each challenge explaining real-world implications
Tech Stack
Language: Python (or your chosen language), HTML, CSS, Javascript
Libraries: Pygame (for game graphics and logic), python-dotenv (for environment configuration)
Platform: Desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux)
How to Run
Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/your-username/sustainability-quest.git
Navigate to the project folder: cd sustainability-quest
Create and activate a virtual environment:
Mac/Linux: python3 -m venv env source env/bin/activate
Windows: python -m venv env env\Scripts\activate
Install dependencies: pip install -r requirements.txt
Run the game: python main.py
Learning Objectives
By playing the game, users will:
Understand key sustainability concepts like carbon footprint, renewable energy, and biodiversity
Recognize the environmental impact of personal and community decisions
Feel motivated to adopt more sustainable habits in real life
Team
Riya Patel – Developer / Game Designer
Shruti Nath – Graphics & UI/UX / Devloper
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.