Natural Disasters

Inside the Haiti Earthquake

Inside the Haiti Earthquake is designed to challenge assumptions about relief work in disaster situations. This is not a game. Nobody is keeping score. By playing the role of an aid worker, journalist and survivor, you will be given the opportunity to commit to various strategies, and experience their consequences. Please note that this simulation contains graphic and disturbing imagery. (note: may not open in Internet Explorer) 
  • Website: www.insidedisaster.com/experience
  • Recommended Age Range: 14+ (note: this game contains graphic and disturbing imagery)
  • Platforms: Windows, Mac, Chromebook
  • Browser-based or Download? Browser-based
  • Free? No
  • Student Activity Last Updated: 2014
  • Keywords: earthquake, Haiti, natural disaster, survivor, journalism, aid

Stop Disasters

Disaster prevention awareness on a grand scale. This game from the UN ISDR tackles the very real issue around the world of saving lives and reducing the financial impact that natural hazards cause when they turn  into disasters. 
  • Website: www.stopdisastersgame.org
  • Recommended Age Range: 12-16
  • Platforms: Windows, Mac, Chromebook
  • Browser-based or Download? Browser-based
  • Free? Yes
  • Student Activity Last Updated: 2017
  • Keywords: natural disaster, earthquake, tsunami, hurricane, flood, wildfire, disaster preparedness, evacuation, budget

Possible Future Games