Become a Cranky Uncle in this Educational Game
Cranky Uncle is a game developed by Skeptical Science for iPhone users. It is a free game in the Games category that aims to help players understand and identify rhetorical techniques and logical fallacies used to deny science.
In this game, players step into the shoes of a cranky uncle who thinks he knows better than the world's scientists. The objective is to make sense of his arguments and conspiracy theories by learning and using the same techniques he employs. Whether it's climate change, evolution, vaccination, or the shape of the Earth, this cranky uncle denies it all!
As you progress through the game, you'll become more resilient against misinformation. By learning to recognize and understand the rhetorical tricks and logical fallacies used to deny science, you'll gain the tools to navigate and critically evaluate scientific information. Cranky Uncle is an engaging and educational game that challenges players to think critically and question the misinformation often spread by cranky uncles and other science deniers. It provides an interactive and entertaining way to learn about the tactics used to undermine scientific consensus.
