UAE: Get children hooked on phone game that teaches anti-bullying lessons, tolerance

UAE: Get children hooked on phone game that teaches anti-bullying lessons, tolerance

The game, which features a 3D space environment, follows the mechanics of Snakes and Ladders

Published: Sun 20 Mar 2022, 12:55 PM

A new phone game inspired by Snakes and Ladders is aiming to teach children about the dangers of bullying and ways to protect themselves.

The force recently conducted awareness workshops at Al Bawadi Centre in Al Ain, where around 500 children participated. The force urged parents to encourage their children to download 'Adventures of Safety', which was launched in November last year.

The phone game teaches children the importance of coexistence and tolerance of all races, religions and nationalities. These are two essential life skills that the Abu Dhabi Police seek to instil in the hearts of children through characters featured in the game: Salem, Salama, Mars and Amal.

The characters Salem and Salama were inspired by the UAE's heritage, while Mars and Amal are an ode to the country's vision. Children can choose a character and compete for in a 3D space environment. The game is similar to the mechanics of the Snakes and Ladders board game.

The child wins when they reach the 100th step. For added fun, mechanics and rulers from games, such as an educational cash appearance and points system,