They also say that games platforms can be used to plan future cities and also help the public immerse themselves in these future worlds.
The researchers have modified Colossal Order's game 'Cities: Skylines' where players control zones, public services and transportation. Given that, according to Royal Town Planning Institute statistics, only 20% of younger people are interested in planning, the use of digital games, say the researchers, enables the public to 'play' real-world planning policies based on a 'real world' place, which creates a dialogue with planners.
They believe the technology can be used for higher levels of 'citizen engagement' by making the process more enjoyable.They have already conducted gaming workshops playtesting alongside Lancaster City Council with 140 children to 'play' and plan Lancaster in the UK, in an area to be developed along with Lancashire County Council and national house builder Homes England, previously earmarked for development as a new garden village for 5,000 homes.
Dr Cureton and Professor Coulton created a reference tool for new planning models and ensuing case studies offer new insights into the opportunities for using game design and gaming technology in urban planning and digital transformation. The researchers say this is much needed as new governments will look at what urgent change is required in planning if the shortfall in housing and stimulation of economic growth is to be addressed. To do this, planners will need support, skill development, and the tools to engage people.
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