Dallas Innovates - SMU, LIFT Team Up on App to Unlock Literacy And 3M Prize

Article Link: SMU, LIFT Team Up on App to Unlock Literacy & $3M Prize

A new game being created by Southern Methodist University puts users in the shoes of an archaeologist traveling the world to decode artifacts.
While Codex’s lead character works to translate ancient languages, for developers there is one core mission in mind: improving adult literacy.
“Nobody knows this language, so everyone is on equal playing field, and there is nothing to be self-conscious about when you play this game,” said Corey Clark, a software development lecturer who leads research efforts at SMU Guildhall.