The Migrants Chronicles app for iPhone and iPad

Dive into Migrants Chronicles, an engaging and educational game spotlighting Luxembourgers migration to the United States around 1892. 
Crafted by the Cologne Game Lab (TH Köln) in collaboration with Luxembourg Universitys Faculty of Humanities Education and Social Sciences and Carleton Colleges Humanities Center, this interactive game intertwines historical accuracy with captivating gameplay.
This educational serious game zooms in on Luxembourgers migration history to the US. The game lets players step into diverse roles - a widow with kids, a wealthy couple, or a young artisan - making crucial decisions en route to the US. Each decision shapes the outcome, revealing consequences tied to choices like what to pack or which harbor to depart from in the year 1892.
Optimized for tablets, the game offers an authentic glimpse into the historical backdrop of Ellis Islands opening. Intended for use in schools and museums, its goal is to teach history while nurturing empathy for past and present migrants, providing insights into the zeitgeist of the era.
This serious game is supported by the Digital Luxembourgs Innovative Initiatives, the Ministry of Education, the Oeuvre Nationale de Secours Grande Duchesse Charlotte. Available in both Luxembourgish and English, it enriches formal education.
Educators can seamlessly integrate this game into curricula and museum programs. Collaborations with museums and middle schools in Luxembourgish communities, alongside tailored educational sessions in the US, ensure widespread accessibility.
Embark on this educational journey through history, enabling young minds to understand the complexities of migration while embracing empathy and critical thinking skills. Explore the past to understand the present with Migrants Chronicles!