A new video game from developer PlayWay lets players put themselves in a religious icon's place and is aptly titled 'I Am Jesus Christ.'
The I Am Jesus Christ video game was inspired by stories from the New Testament and has players perform acts described in the bible such as healing the sick, multiplying fish, and calming stormy seas. After performing a feat, the character's "holy abilities" bar is depleted. Eventually, the game progresses to show the Crucifixion from Jesus' perspective as well as him emerging from a cave.
This highly realistic simulation video game may be targetted towards young, aspiring Christians wishing to learn biblical tales on a modern platform that they are already familiar with.
Religious Icon-Themed Video Games
The 'I Am Jesus Christ' Puts You in Jesus Shoes
Trend Themes
1. Religious Icon-themed Video Games - The rise of religious icon-themed video games provides an opportunity for developers to create immersive experiences that engage and educate players about religious narratives.
2. Biblical-based Simulation Games - The trend of biblical-based simulation games presents an opportunity for game developers to explore religious stories in an interactive and educational way.
3. Faith-based Gaming - The emergence of faith-based gaming opens doors for developers to create games that cater to religious communities and provide them with interactive experiences aligned with their beliefs.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Development - The video game development industry can leverage religious icon-themed games to tap into a new market segment and generate revenue from religiously inclined players.
2. Education and E-learning - The education and e-learning industry can explore the use of biblical-based simulation games as a tool to teach religious narratives and engage students in an interactive way.
3. Religious Community Services - The religious community services industry can incorporate faith-based gaming as a means to connect with younger audiences, foster religious education, and promote community engagement.