This brochure presents Purpose Driven Games, a company that designs interactive workshops called GameShops to replace traditional presentations. It explains how these facilitated experiences use game mechanics to help participants understand complex topics, consider different perspectives, and make informed decisions. The document is aimed at municipalities, nonprofits, and community…
This brochure introduces Purpose Driven Games, a company that designs and facilitates interactive workshops called GameShops. The document is intended for municipalities, nonprofits, and community organizations seeking alternatives to traditional presentations. It explains how game mechanics, guided discussion, and collaborative problem-solving help participants understand complex issues and make informed decisions.
The brochure describes three service categories: Signature GameShops, Custom GameShop Development, and Strategic Consulting. Signature GameShops include Scenarios (using building bricks for community visioning), Perspectives (using cards for site planning), Zoning for Stronger Communities (a board game about zoning codes), and Collaboration Lab (team challenges). Each lists duration, participant range, and best-use scenarios.
Three case studies illustrate the company's work. The first features Smart Growth America, where Zoning for Stronger Communities was customized with health-equity content. Outcomes show 72% of participants began with low confidence interpreting zoning codes, while 100% left confident or very confident.
The second case study covers Invest Clayton Development Authority, where a custom GameShop helped develop a countywide workforce collaboration strategy. Results include 73% interest in joining a workforce collaborative and 93% rating engagement as excellent.
The third case study describes adapting Perspectives for Partners of the Americas in Panama City. The GameShop was facilitated in Spanish, Portuguese, and English for participants from 14 countries across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe. The brochure ends with contact information and an invitation to schedule a discovery call.