Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Bailout game takes humorous approach to the economic crisis

Bailout game takes humorous approach to the economic crisis

Everyone understands these are tough economic times for the entire world, but we can't make fun of everyone or political incorrectness may rear it's ugly head.  So it makes sense The Bailout game sticks with the country at the brunt of every joke since it was birthed -- the United States.

Created by Blue Earth Interactive, this browser game shines a humorous light on the economy crisis in America by turning it into a web-based board game featuring relaxing music that remind us of elevators or The Sims.

Following the amusing loading animation, an introduction brings us up to speed with a few quick headlines commonly seen these days.  After that, the fun begins.  Together with Secretary of Treasury Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chief Ben Bernanke, you ride along in a dump truck loaded with cash, driving down Wall Street to bail out banks in need.  However, you must beware of greasy banks who just want to spend taxpayer dollars!

Current Events, Federal Reserve and Treasury cards are all elements of chance, and your decisions will alter the gameplay as you progress.  If you find yourself in need of assistance, click "Ask a Greenspan" to summon Alan Greenspan, and let his "mad finance skills" get you back on track.

I ask again, "Who will save us?"  Why, you are!