Desesparados

by GamesWork
1.08 - Oct 5, 2015

Unemployed Manager: Navigate Joblessness, Build Success from Scratch

Screenshots of Desesparados

About Desesparados

Desesparados: Tackling Unemployment with Strategy and Social Critique

In the midst of Spain's contemporary struggles with unemployment, a unique strategy game has emerged to shed light on this pressing issue. Desesparados introduces players to a group of unemployed workers desperately seeking employment while navigating the challenges of the unemployment line. This game not only serves as a source of entertainment but also incorporates an element of social critique, allowing players to confront the realities of a grave problem.

The game unfolds across three distinct screens, each offering a different perspective on the plight of these workers. The first screen immerses players in the unemployment line, where the individuals patiently await their turn to enter the premises of the National Employment Institute (INEM). By tapping on any of the characters, players can access valuable information regarding their skills and interests, providing a deeper understanding of each worker's unique attributes.

However, it is the second screen in Desesparados that holds the utmost significance. This screen serves as the pivotal hub where players assign jobs and training courses to the characters under their management. Balancing skills, experience, and the specific requirements of each position becomes crucial to ensuring successful job placements. Should a worker be assigned to a role without the necessary skills, players will witness their subsequent rejection on the third screen, which unveils the consequences of mismatched qualifications.

Desesparados not only offers an engaging and strategic gameplay experience but also succeeds in tackling a pressing societal concern. Unemployment, a deeply entrenched issue in Spain today, is skillfully brought to the forefront through this game, shedding light on its complexities. Despite the gravity of the subject matter, Desesparados manages to infuse a touch of humor, ensuring that players remain engaged while confronting the harsh realities of unemployment.

By immersing players in the challenges faced by unemployed individuals and emphasizing the importance of skill-matching in the job market, Desesparados delivers a powerful message. Through gameplay that combines strategy and social critique, this game encourages players to consider the broader implications of unemployment and the individual struggles that accompany it.

Desesparados stands as a testament to the potential of gaming as a platform for addressing important social issues. By harnessing the interactive nature of the medium, this game captivates players while creating awareness and fostering empathy for those affected by unemployment. It serves as a reminder that games can transcend mere entertainment, offering unique opportunities to explore, understand, and ultimately, instigate change

More Information

  • Package Name

    com.GamesWork.Desesparados

  • Languages

  • Requires Android

    Android 2+ (Gingerbread SDK 9)

  • Architecture

    armeabi-v7a, x86

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  • Signature

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