Educational Games

The human mind develops throughout an entire lifetime. Reinforcing this development using the power of technology to, for example, learn a second language, is something that the software on this page enables more than ever before. Video games as a medium can do more than entertain. In the software on this page, they can impart knowledge such as how to read a language, how to type faster, or even how to code. Some concepts can be very difficult for people to learn through conventional teaching methods, and video games could very well be the answer in these situations.

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  1. Lumosity icon
     61 likes

    Lumosity.com grounds all of its brain exercises in extensive research; Scientific Advisory Board includes researchers from such institutions as UCSF and Stanford.

    • Educational Game
    • FreemiumProprietary
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  2. Duolingo Math icon
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    Duolingo Math is an interactive learning platform that incorporates Duolingo's proven methods into math education, offering lessons in elementary and everyday math for both students and adults.

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    Best alternatives are Khan Academy iconKhan Academy14 alternatives
  3. Algodoo icon
     47 likes

    Algodoo gives you the opportunity to play with physics. Use your own hands and simple drawing tools to design, construct and explore the world of physics.

    iPad
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  4. ANTON icon
     23 likes

    A free learning app and website (anton.app) for preschool to middle school for all subjects: English language arts, math, science, social studies, languages and music.

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    Best alternatives are Khan Academy iconKhan Academy8 alternatives
  5. Robocode icon
     23 likes

    Robocode is a programming game where the goal is to code a robot battle tank to compete against other robots in a battle arena. So the name Robocode is a short for "Robot code". The player is the programmer of the robot, who will have no direct influence on the game.

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  6. GCompris icon
     11 likes

    GCompris is a high quality educational software suite, including a large number of activities for children aged 2 to 10. Some of the activities are game orientated, but nonetheless still educational.

    • Educational Game
    • FreeOpen Source
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  7. Brain Workshop icon
     34 likes

    Brain Workshop is a open-source version of the dual n-back brain training exercise.

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  8. WarriorJS icon
     7 likes

    An exciting game of programming and Artificial Intelligence.

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    Best alternatives are Code.org iconCode.organdCodinGame iconCodinGame24 alternatives
  9. Duolingo ABC icon
     1 like

    Duolingo ABC is an educational app from the creators of Duolingo, offering over 700 interactive lessons and stories designed to teach reading fundamentals to children from preschool to second grade.

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  10. Welcome to Explorable Explanations, a hub for learning through play! We’re a disorganized “movement” of artists, coders & educators who want to reunite play and learning.

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  11. Geotastic icon
     5 likes

    Free versatile geoquiz web application. Includes random street view drops, popular landmarks or a flag guessing mode. Single player modes as well as synchronous multiplayer supported!.

    • Quiz Game
    • FreeProprietary
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  12. Khan Academy Kids is a free, award-winning educational program for children aged 2-8. It offers a variety of activities, lessons, and books across different subjects, along with personalized learning paths and progress monitoring tools for teachers. It has no ads or subscriptions.

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  13. Elevate icon
     18 likes

    Elevate is a brain training app designed to improve focus, speaking skills, processing speed, and more. Each person is provided with his or her own personalized training program that adjusts over time to maximize results.

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    Best alternatives are Lumosity iconLumosityandBrain Workshop iconBrain Workshop51 alternatives
  14. TIPP10 icon
     30 likes

    TIPP10 is a free touch typing tutor for Windows, Mac OS and Linux. The software is easy to use and features a clear user interface. Beginners and even children will find their way around right away so they can start practicing without a hitch.

    Intelligent text selection
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  15. gbrainy icon
     20 likes

    gbrainy is a brain teaser game and trainer to have fun and to keep your brain trained.

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