As 2024 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to celebrate some of our studio’s biggest achievements this year. From award-winning games to exciting collaborations, here are the standout moments that made 2024 unforgettable for Filament Games.
This March, we highlighted the incredible success of Mooving Cows, a 3D mobile simulation game developed in collaboration with UW-Madison. Designed to improve dairy farm practices, the game teaches players how to handle cows in low-stress environments, boosting both animal welfare and milk yields. With rave reviews, press coverage from outlets like Wisconsin Public Radio and Hoard’s Dairyman Intel, and over 1,370 downloads in just two weeks, Mooving Cows is transforming agricultural training worldwide. Check out the full spotlight here.
In May, we launched Some Assembly Required on Meta Quest, bringing sandbox creativity and robotic chaos to VR. Players can design, build, and test their dream robots in a whimsical warehouse setting. This reimagined version of RoboCo received a stunning mixed reality trailer that highlights the game’s immersive gameplay. We’re thrilled to see players unleash their imaginations in this chaotic, robot-building adventure. Dive into the full announcement here.
This summer, the return of the Speed Sketch series had our fans buzzing! The quirky Filabee made a splash with its adorable antics and challenging drawing puzzles. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a first-time doodler, this game proves that creativity and fun are always in style. Don’t miss our recap of Filabee’s adventures here.
November brought us an exciting accolade: a Bronze Award in the For-Profit Product, Innovation, or Service category of the Anthem Awards. This recognition celebrates our commitment to creating innovative, impactful learning games. Our heartfelt thanks go to our incredible partners, including the National Science Foundation, Carnegie Mellon University, and iCivics.org, for helping us push the boundaries of game-based learning. Celebrate with us and explore the winner’s gallery here.
This year, we teamed up with Niagara Cares and DoSomething to bring an exciting recycling experience to life in Robot World on Roblox. Niagara Cares, the charitable division of Niagara Bottling, LLC, the family-run beverage company that has hydrated America since 1963, partned with Games for Change and Filament Games to create a gameplay experience called Salvage Safari within Robot World on Roblox. The new game educates players about recycling and the circular economy while building important skills for the future, such as engineering and robotics. The DoSomething Quest challenges players to recycle 75,000 bottles while learning about environmental stewardship. With in-game rewards and a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship, this initiative proves that gaming can inspire real-world change. Learn more about this impactful partnership here.
AI is reshaping classrooms, and we’re proud to be part of the transformation. From Harvard’s AI physics tutor doubling learning outcomes to TAVIX, our NSF-backed digital robotics assistant, AI tutors are personalizing education and fostering critical 21st-century skills. We’re excited to scale TAVIX to 100,000+ users, broadening access to advanced engineering experiences. Dive deeper into the future of AI-driven education here.
As we reflect on these milestones, we’re grateful for the incredible community of players, partners, and educators who make it all possible. Here’s to another year of innovation, impact, and game-based learning adventures!