GAME-605 Games and Society

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This course provides a comprehensive survey of the intersection of play, games, and society and lays a foundation for designing, developing, and evaluating games used for social impact, education, or other purpose-driven goals. The course combines academic readings from a variety of disciplines and encourages students to embrace an interdisciplinary view of the topic. Usually offered every fall. May be taken A-F only. Prerequisite: admission to MA Game Design or permission of instructor.