At maib, we know that financial education can be diverse and exciting, and playing is the best way to combine fun and learning. Previously, we've recommended five financial education games you can play with your family, but we suggest some adult-friendly options this time.
So, as the digital world delights us with various options suitable for different preferences, maib recommends three video games with and about money that will develop your money management skills and understanding of the economic world.
Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is a real-life simulation game where you must learn how to manage and develop a farm. The game begins with your virtual avatar inheriting your grandfather's old farm and having to do whatever it takes to get it up and running. That is, you have to take care of planting, maintaining and harvesting crops to sell at the local store, and every decision you make has its corresponding consequences.
Once you earn enough money, you can build barns and buy farm animals to look after, and if you want to earn more money, you have to invest money in innovative equipment and tools - just like in real life. So Stardew Valley is an excellent game for learning how to manage money, how to set your financial priorities and how to invest.
The Sims
We have heard at least once about the famous game The Sims. It can also be an exciting tool for learning about money management concepts and understanding cause and effect in financial decisions. The Sims is a game that simulates real life, where each player creates people called Sims and controls their lives. So, in The Sims, you can control the entire course of the game: from your characters' clothing, friends and life partners to their careers. Each character has to work to start earning money to pay their bills and for things they want. It's all just like in real life!
And one thing that makes it even more like reality is that you face the consequences if you don't pay your bills on time. Sims is one of the best games for learning the responsibility that comes with money in real life, how to invest correctly and how to save to achieve personal goals.
Idle Bank
For banking and business enthusiasts, we recommend the addictive Idle Bank game. In it, players can drive and grow their banking business to unimaginable levels. Earn money, invest smartly to grow your business and boost the economy. Automate your workflow by hiring managers and make your bankers work, even in your absence.
Idle Bank allows you to expand your banking network, manage your employees and make things work to satisfy your customers and increase profits. The game is beneficial for anyone interested in business and people who want to develop their strategic thinking.
What games do you use to develop your financial literacy skills?
