Rovio has released an update for its Angry Birds Space titled Solar System that not only brings 15 new levels to the game, but also enables children to learn more about space. Each game level represents a planet, comet or satellite in our Solar System.
Rovio said that its fun learning initiative has been a success thanks to NASA collaboration and that the Angry Birds Space is now present in many classrooms around the world. In the latest update, players can explore the planets of the Solar System and get to know fun facts just by playing the game.
The new update will allow players to watch exciting space videos directly in the game and it also includes direct links to NASA’s website, allowing teachers and pupils to increase their knowledge of each topic. The update explores groundbreaking concepts of stealth learning and casual learning, making the educational experience feel as much fun as playing any Angry Birds title.
“We’re excited to collaborate with Rovio on this largest update ever to Angry Birds Space. Everyone who plays will find surprises that take you to more information about our missions of discovery and exploration in our solar system and beyond,” said David S. Weaver, associate administrator for communications at NASA Headquarters in Washington.
“It comes as NASA is about to complete the first-ever assessment of our solar system with the arrival of New Horizons at Pluto July 14.”
