Starting my research into 'docugames', the most common games to pop up when typing in the word 'docugame' was the very controverstial 'JFK Reloaded' and 'Escape from Woomera'. I will look into these particular games later on after understanding what 'docugames' are in the media.
What seperates documentaries in games with other medias is that games have the upperhand of interactivity. I find that it is easier to immerse yourself into something if the viewer can interact with said subject; it would make it more memorable for the person and would stick in their minds. It gives them the 'illusion' of control over the situation; they can make alternative choices with their experience but ultimately are confined to what the creators have restricted them from doing.
It's similar with teaching children in the aspect, learning by doing. Interacting with what teaches you is usually more enjoyable and the information sticks with them. This can also be applied to docugames as it is essentially learning through a media of entertainment.
Unfortunately the games industry is still a new and growing media; it is barely regarded in a positive light, they are seen as a source to many modern day problems in our cultures today. The media tend to make it out to be the 'bad guy', the one everyone points fingers at when problems with violence occurs.
What many people don't seem to realise is, is that games are playing such a strong role in todays culture that clearly something is being done right to amount such a large income. They are entertainment and education- many games draw from real events, mythology, old stories etc. Why can't it be used in the for of a documentary?
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