caseplays
Caseplays is a term used to describe a format for presenting and exploring case studies through interactive, playable simulations. In a caseplay, a user encounters a real-world scenario presented as a narrative with a set of choices or actions that influence the outcome. The format blends case-based learning with interactive fiction and simulation, enabling users to experiment with strategies and observe consequences in a controlled environment.
Origin and scope: The term emerged in discussions of educational technology and media design in the early
Design and mechanics: A typical caseplay offers a concise vignette, multiple decision points, and branching outcomes.
Benefits and limitations: Caseplays can boost engagement, deepen understanding of cause and effect, and support deliberate
See also: interactive fiction, branching narrative, case study, simulation-based learning, scenario-based learning.