Classroom Games for Management Skills
Here are some engaging, low-resource management games that can be played during class. These games won’t overload your laptop, and browser-based options are perfectly acceptable as well.
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Here are some management-based games that are low-resource and can be played in a browser during class:
Cookie Clicker: This incremental game is simple yet addictive. You manage a cookie factory by clicking to produce cookies and then upgrading to automate and increase production.
Egg, Inc.: A casual mobile and browser game where you manage a chicken farm. You hatch eggs, build and upgrade structures, and expand your farm. It’s light on resources and can be played in short bursts.
Little Alchemy: This puzzle game involves combining elements to create new items. It’s a great way to engage in management-like decision-making while exploring different combinations.
Adventure Capitalist: In this capitalist simulator, you manage and invest in various businesses to earn money. It’s simple and focuses on strategy for maximizing profits.
Township: A blend of city-building and farming, you manage a town by growing crops, raising animals, and building different structures. It can be played in a web browser with low system requirements.
Factorio (demo): If your laptop can handle it, the demo of Factorio allows you to get a taste of factory management and resource optimization, though it might be less resource-friendly than other options.
SimCity Classic: The classic version of SimCity runs well in browsers and allows you to manage and develop your own city. It requires strategic planning but is easy to manage on lower-end laptops.
Rising Cities: This city-building game offers a lighter take on the genre. You build and manage your own city while interacting with other players.
These games can often be played in small chunks of time without requiring heavy resources, making them perfect for a classroom setting. Just remember to check with your instructor to ensure that gaming during class is allowed!