Minduo vs The Migrants' Chronicles

Minduo is a party game for groups of 2 to 20 people. Each team consists of at least 2 players and this is how it is played: One player of the team is shown a word, which he should randomly convey to his team members either pantomimically, verbally, or by drawing. He has a maximum of 60 seconds to do this. If his team manages to guess the searched term in time, the team could secure the points. Otherwise the points are forfeited. Each task gives 1 to 3 points depending on the level of difficulty. The teams take their turn one after the other and the active players of the respective team change automatically every round. The team that gets 50 points first, for example, wins the game. You can set the points needed to win in the game itself, so it is possible to start minduo marathons, or just play a blitz game. Beware of the open rounds! In open rounds, everyone is allowed to guess and get the points, which means that your opponent can take the points from you. So here it counts not only to be faster than 60 seconds, but also faster than all your competitors!

Dive into Migrants' Chronicles, an engaging and educational game spotlighting Luxembourgers' migration to the United States around 1892.  Crafted by the Cologne Game Lab (TH Köln) in collaboration with Luxembourg University's Faculty of Humanities Education and Social Sciences and Carleton College's Humanities Center, this interactive game intertwines historical accuracy with captivating gameplay. This educational serious game zooms in on Luxembourgers' migration history to the US. The game lets players step into diverse roles - a widow with kids, a wealthy couple, or a young artisan - making crucial decisions en route to the US. Each decision shapes the outcome, revealing consequences tied to choices like what to pack or which harbor to depart from in the year 1892. Optimized for tablets, the game offers an authentic glimpse into the historical backdrop of Ellis Island's opening. Intended for use in schools and museums, its goal is to teach history while nurturing empathy for past and present migrants, providing insights into the zeitgeist of the era. This serious game is supported by the Digital Luxembourg's Innovative Initiatives, the Ministry of Education, the Oeuvre Nationale de Secours Grande Duchesse Charlotte. Available in both Luxembourgish and English, it enriches formal education. Educators can seamlessly integrate this game into curricula and museum programs. Collaborations with museums and middle schools in Luxembourgish communities, alongside tailored educational sessions in the US, ensure widespread accessibility. Embark on this educational journey through history, enabling young minds to understand the complexities of migration while embracing empathy and critical thinking skills. Explore the past to understand the present with Migrants' Chronicles! Key Features: – Decision-making gameplay (“What do you pack for the journey?”) – Historical simulation: from Luxembourg to Ellis Island to USA – Perfect for classrooms, museum education, and self-study – Learning game for ages 11+ (history, social studies, migration) – Playable in Luxembourgish and English Whether in the classroom, at home, or in the museum, The Migrants’ Chronicles: 1892 blends educational value with engaging storytelling gameplay, fostering empathy for the migrant experience. You can use this link to report bugs and share your feedback on the game: https://forms.gle/1Tz7swmktuw7ffv49