The first ever Scout game app is now live on the App Store and as an Android app on Google Play. The all action game showcases the best of Scouting skills and activities and includes three arcade style mini-games: hang-gliding, mountain boarding and kayaking.
Players create their own character, boy or girl, customising neckerchief, uniform, hair and skin colour and then enter a virtual world. They then engage in a series of challenges in order to find the Chief Scout’s secret knowledge.
The game, developed by the Fyzz Facility and Swipe Entertainment, allows the player to embarks on a journey through the sky, sea and land, meeting characters including the Chief Scout himself. ‘Look out for the official Scouts’ game app,’ says Bear Grylls, ‘You’re going to love it!’
‘The game is a brilliant way to experience the fun, challenge and adventure of Scouting,’ says Chris James, Creative and Brand Adviser at The Scout Association. ‘Of course nothing beats the real thing, but this is sure to give anyone an appetite for the great opportunities and adventures that Scouting offers.’
Positive feedback
The game was also road tested by nearly three hundred Scouts at Gilwell Park’s Wintercamp. Dylan, 13, was one of the Scouts who took part: ‘I thought it was really adventurous,’ he said. ‘There were lots of realistic activities and things to do. ‘It was really cool that you could see the character from different perspectives,’ said another.
‘I thought it was brilliant,’ said Dave, a Scout Leader, ‘it would be really good for a games night with Scouts.’
Wayne Marc Godfrey, partner at The Fyzz Facility says: ‘This game takes Scouting well into the 21st century. Using the skills that the Scouts learn on a day-to-day basis, the player gets to test their knowledge, prove their agility and use their initiative and be the hero of their own adventure.’
Free activity packs
Free Scouts’ Secret Island Adventure activity packs for young people and leaders and other goodies are available at www.scoutsapp.com
Get the app
The game is priced at £1.99 and is available now from the App Store and as an Android app on Google Play.
