Q: Does the game have to be specifically about the topic of my slot only? Or can we include other subjects such as Science, Geography, History, etc.?
**A:**We have a set of content requirements for each topic that a developer might create a game for. However, we value games that are engaging and apply the concepts to real-world applications, or any fictional application a student would understand and enjoy. So, that could certainly include geography, history, etc., as long as the focus is still on the academics of your topic. We do not want games that are just a continuous set of practice problems.
**Q:**I have a game that I've previously created. Can I use it here?
A: We typically don't accept already made games, as we 1) can't guarantee a game slot for a topic for which the game is built and 2) we have our own set of content requirements, based on the school curriculum, that we need to make sure the game aligns with. We value developers who can deliver a new game built for use on our platform, but then the developer can use it elsewhere if they like (as the developer retains IP or software). If you think you have an already-made game that fits your game slot very well, please email gamedevs@legendsoflearning.com directly and we can discuss it separately. You can also consider recycling assets from your previous games if they would apply well to an educational game.
Q: Is the text in the learning objective document something we can use verbatim within our game? There are portions in the learning objective that I think would best be used verbatim to avoid confusion about the meaning of the terms used, but I do not know if the text is directly copied from a source that may require licensing of some sort, etc.
A: Text from the LO documents can be used verbatim, however, we discourage it. Many reviewers leave negative feedback if they see text copied straight from concepts.
Q: Are images on websites linked in the Learning Objective Concept Document available to use in our games?
A: Only images freely available for use in the public domain can be used unless you buy the image license from the owner. Making your own interactive or stylized graphics for your game would be the best.
Q: Can I create a multiplayer game?
A: No. For now, we only accept single-player games.
Q: Can I be connected with the teachers to get their feedback on my prototypes and make sure I'm aligning the game content with the LO before I submit it?
A: We, unfortunately, don't have the capacity or resources to connect developers with teachers directly during the development process. If you think you need information beyond what is provided in the LO document and the additional resources, we encourage you to do some additional research on your LO. The LOs are derived directly from US academic subject standards, so a range of resources is typically very readily available online. When you do submit your game, our content reviewers are educators, so they will be providing valuable perspectives.
Q: Which are the best-performing games on the platform and is there a way we can play them?