Video Game Raises C.T.E. Awareness through Immersive Experience
In an initiative to raise awareness of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (C.T.E.), “Indifferent Penguin” under the title “Tackle for Loss,” has developed an innovative and intense computer game. The game offers an immersive experience by allowing players to step into the shoes of a retired American Football professional battling the debilitating effects of advanced C.T.E. disease.
Through realistic gameplay mechanics and a compelling narrative, players are confronted with the stark realities of C.T.E., including cognitive decline, memory loss, and emotional instability. By engaging with these themes firsthand, players gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals living with C.T.E. and the urgent need for increased awareness and support within the community.
“Indifferent Penguin” believes that bridging the gap between entertainment and education is crucial in reaching broader audiences and sparking meaningful conversations about brain health and injury prevention. Its project “Tackle for Loss” is supported by “Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg”, a state-owned corporation for film funding and new media promotion of the German states of Berlin and Brandenburg.
About Indifferent Penguin:
Indifferent Penguin is a German independent game studio founded by Daniel Wichterich, developing indie games.
For more information and collaboration opportunities, please contact “Indifferent Penguin”:
Email: daniel@indifferentpenguin.de
Phone: +49 30 23366783
Website: indifferentpenguin.de