Father and son – archaeology and history as a video game

Project description

The Father and Son game is an initiative to promote the museum and the figure of poet Angelos Sikelianos through a modern, interactive medium. Creating a narrative based on the history and archaeology of Naples, the project engages young users in a creative exploration of culture and heritage.

Information about the project

Place of implementation

Online game, available for mobile devices.

Target group

The game is aimed at young people worldwide, with an emphasis on audiences interested in archaeology, history and culture.

Information about the institution

Naples Archaeological Museum

The museum has a long-standing commitment to promoting heritage through new technologies and interactive forms of education.

Background and objectives of the project

History of the project

The project was created in response to the need to engage the younger generation in learning about the history of Naples, using video games as an educational and promotional medium.

Objectives

The main objective was to create a game that would allow young people to discover the cultural heritage of Naples in a way that is appealing and engaging to them.

Success factors

• An original approach to promoting cultural heritage through an interactive 2D game that has been used around the world.
• The game has attracted thousands of people to the museum through its geolocation feature, which has significantly increased museum attendance.

Funding

The project was fully funded by the museum, demonstrating the institution's commitment to innovative cultural projects.

Contact information

Institution: archaeological museum of Naples
Link to best practices: https://mann-napoli.it/en/father-and-son-2-2/https://elmp.gr/3dvirtualtour/
Contact person: Elisa Napolitano, museum education manager for teaching, research, promotion and valorization, contact: man-na@beniculturali.it
Address: Piazza Museo 18/19, 80135 Napoli, Italy