PolitiTruth: Enhancing Political Literacy Through Gaming
PolitiTruth, developed by Cinq-Mars Media for iPhone, is a non-profit game designed to sharpen players' ability to differentiate between political truths and falsehoods. The game mechanics involve swiping left or right to determine the accuracy of news stories. In collaboration with PolitiFact, a Pulitzer Prize-winning organization, PolitiTruth not only educates players but also collects valuable data on common misconceptions in the public domain. By leveraging gamification, the app aims to elevate political awareness among users.
PolitiTruth's innovative approach lies in its use of player-generated data to highlight prevalent misconceptions and enhance statistical analysis on public political awareness. Through anonymous player inputs, the game fosters a competitive spirit while shedding light on commonly misunderstood political narratives. Scheduled to debut at E3 2017 via the IndieCade showcase, PolitiTruth is the brainchild of Christopher Cinq-Mars Jarvis, under the umbrella of Cinq-Mars Media, a non-profit organization committed to educational initiatives.
