‘Data Defenders’ is a digital tower defense game that blends rich narrative and engaging mechanics to highlight media literacy during crises. Players become defenders of global data servers amid an alien invasion and a devastating pandemic. AI alien robots infiltrate these servers, spreading misinformation.

The game unfolds across diverse islands, each featuring a key character crucial to information dissemination in the game’s universe and today’s society. Players must deploy strategic defenses to contain the alien robots and prevent server hacks.

The game introduces innovative elements like the Data Analyzer mechanic, allowing players to dissect and assess media content for credibility and bias. The Crisis Impact mechanic dynamically reflects misinformation’s prevalence, challenging players to manage the crisis while honing their media literacy skills.

The game is crafted with players aged 13 and above in mind, appealing to teenagers and young adults who enjoy mobile gaming experiences. 

The game “Data Defenders” is a multifaceted experience that spans several genres, including Strategy, Tower Defense, and Educational. This game is designed to be accessible on multiple platforms, catering to mobile users through iOS and Android devices and desktop users via WebGL technology, allowing for seamless gameplay through web browsers.