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Mission Biotech

Virtual Heroes · Applied Research Associates, Inc.

Mission Biotech

gameAppID 1286810Released
Release dateMay 13, 2020

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Details

DeveloperVirtual Heroes
PublisherApplied Research Associates, Inc.
FreeYes
Required ageNone

Stop the spread of deadly viruses using real biotechnology concepts, procedures and tools.

This single-player game teaches middle school and higher students the concepts, procedures, and tools used in a real biotechnology laboratory. You are a member of a virtual team trying to stop the spread of dangerous pathogens, and the clock is ticking. Gameplay includes discovering and using high-tech, fully functional laboratory equipment, collecting badges and clues, and unlocking mini-games that reinforce scientific concepts. Mission Biotech includes a hinting system to help guide players in their tasks, and a virtual Lab Director and other workers are available to answer questions. The game features a randomized virus database and hours of replayable missions. Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and developed in coordination with the University of Florida, Mission Biotech encourages players to explore the biotechnology field.

Genres and categories

AdventureSimulationSingle-playerRemote Play TogetherFamily Sharing

Platforms and requirements

windows: yesmac: nolinux: no
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