How can I play the VR game?
Our first game about a day-in-the-life of a behavioral health social worker is available on most Meta VR Headsets. It is available for free on the Meta Store.
Is there an alternative to the VR game?
We want everyone to experience the game regardless of different accessibility needs.
We don't want anyone to be limited by hardware, so we have a full version of the game playable on web here. It is playable in a browser, so no virtual reality headset is needed, and most computers should be able to run it.
We also have an alternative activity which uses gamification to introduce users to the day-in-the-life of a behavioral health social worker, but without the emotional triggers in the storyline, and without requiring a virtual reality headset. This alternative is accessible for users with hearing or visual assistance needs. This e-Learning game can be played on any computer or mobile device.
Who is the game for?
The target audience is middle and high school students as well as undergraduate college students. It is for anyone who wants to learn about behavioral health career pathways.
Why a game?
A game will make this career pipeline exciting and accessible to a younger, more general audience.
How can I develop my own game?
Head over to our Game Lab to learn more!
How can I sign-up my classroom or student group?
This game is ideal for 8th through 12th grade students. If you want to bring the game to your students, sign up to be a Play Higher Pioneer! Find out more at the Play Higher Pioneers website.
How can I learn more about social work and behavioral health?
You can learn about social work at https://socialwork.wvu.edu and behavioral health at https://www.wvhepc.edu/wp-content/behavioral-health-pathways/index.html.