SVALBARD GAMES

Discover Svalbard Games: A Virtual Journey through Svalbard’s Geoscience Wonders

Welcome to the Svalbard Games, an immersive educational experience developed on Unreal Engine by Daniel Kramer, Kim Senger, and Rafael Horota, specifically designed for students enrolled in Arctic geology and Arctic Geophysics courses at UNIS (The University Centre in Svalbard). Prepare to embark on a remarkable journey as we combine cutting-edge technology and geological knowledge to explore the captivating landscapes of Svalbard.

The Svalbard Geology Game was developed for AG-209AG-222 and AG-351/851 at UNIS.

Unleash Your Inner Geologist: Explore Svalbard’s Geological Marvels

The Svalbard Geology Game transports you to the enchanting archipelago of Svalbard, located in the Arctic Ocean. With its vast geological diversity and rich history, Svalbard provides the perfect backdrop for students to delve into the intricacies of Arctic geology. Strap on your virtual boots and get ready to venture across this captivating region from the comfort of your computer screen.

Key Features of the Svalbard Geology Game:

  1. Realistic Terrain: Immerse yourself in stunning virtual landscapes meticulously created using the powerful Unreal Engine. Every detail, from mountain ranges to glaciers, has been meticulously rendered to provide an authentic and immersive experience.
  2. Geological Map Overlay: Experience the magic of the geological map overlay, which seamlessly blends with the virtual terrain. Gain a deeper understanding of Svalbard’s geological features as you explore and interact with the map.

Join the Svalbard Geology Game Community: Start Your Journey Today

Are you ready to uncover the geological wonders of Svalbard? Join the Svalbard Geology Game embark on an extraordinary educational adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned geology student or a curious enthusiast, this game will ignite your passion for Arctic geology and expand your understanding of this unique region.

To play the “Svalbard Geology Game”, follow this link. To learn how to make a similar game, visit this and this page.

Instructions:

1) Download and unpack the zip-file

2) Go to Svalbard_geology/Windows/

3) Double-click on SvalGeoGame.exe

*Windows may ask you to verify that you want to open the .exe from an unknown publisher.

Links to similar Svalbard Games:

Svalbard geology game: https://zenodo.org/record/8033566

Mass balance game: https://zenodo.org/record/7997591

FROST: https://zenodo.org/record/7997495

iWalk: https://zenodo.org/record/7997493