Prepare for the Unexpected: Launch of the Disaster Prevention Card Game 'PREP'

Preparing for the Unforeseen: The Launch of 'PREP'

In a world increasingly vulnerable to unexpected disasters, proactive preparedness is more critical than ever. To address this need, RC Solutions Inc., located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has launched a new promotion for their innovative disaster prevention card game, "PREP". This game aims to cultivate creativity and flexibility in thinking, encouraging players to devise solutions for various crises.

What is 'PREP'?

"PREP" is a debate-style card game that helps players brainstorm solutions for challenges they might face while sheltering at home during a disaster. By prompting discussions and imaginative thinking, the game aims to engage children, helping them view disaster preparation as a personal responsibility. Through interactive gameplay, children will not only have fun but also develop critical skills needed for disaster resilience.

A Collaborative Development Journey

The game's inception was tied to a fruitful collaboration with the Matsuno Laboratory at Nihon University, which developed the evacuation life application "Evacuation Life Q". RC Solutions provided technological support and participated in the 2024 Serious Game Jam 9 (SGJ9) at the university. An incident prior to the event, where a new employee presented a disaster-focused card game idea named "Sonaeta!", sparked further interest in developing such educational tools. Following the event, feedback highlighted the potential for commercialization, leading to extensive discussions within the company and the eventual creation of the prototype for the "PREP" app.

Contributors to 'PREP'

The development of "PREP" has involved various specialists, including supervision by Nobue Kunizaki from the Crisis Management Education Research Institute, illustrations by Yuko Oki, and collaboration with Futaba Planning, the company behind the original disaster comic series "Yurekuru Yugekitai". This diverse team has created an engaging product that caters not only to children but also serves as a resource for parents and educators.

Workshops and Free Workshops

The promotion of the disaster prevention card game has already seen significant traction through lectures and workshops aimed at students and community groups. This initiative aims to broaden awareness of disaster preparedness and emphasize the importance of these skills in today’s society. For inquiries regarding workshops or lectures involving the "PREP" card game, interested parties can contact the business promotion office at RC Solutions Inc.

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About RC Solutions Inc.

Founded in August 2002, RC Solutions has made substantial strides in disaster preparedness applications. Notable releases include the earthquake alert application "Yurekuru Call" in November 2010, the rain prediction app "Amefuru Call" in October 2011, and the disaster information service for foreign tourists, "Safety tips" in October 2014. Since 2018, they have operated the multilingual disaster information service