Uncertain Waters: A Game of Collective Cooperation and Climate Change

Abstract

This cooperative tabletop game immerses players in the complexities of managing flood risk under climate change. Players collaborate to implement adaptation strategies to protect community assets from flood impacts. Through dynamic gameplay and real-world decision-making scenarios, players must plan for evolving uncertainty and carefully allocate their resources to build a flood-resilient community. The game is suitable for 4-7 players and for ages 10+. The game is suitable for a range of applications and audiences, from use as a teaching tool for students to facilitating conversations between governments and communities.