10/21/2026
Want to learn about misinformation but don't want to spend hours reading a book or watching videos? Play games instead!
Cranky Uncle: you know that one family member that's always spreading bad science at the holiday table? Cranky Uncle is a game designed to teach you the techniques science deniers use to spread doubt so the next time you're hit with misinformation, you're less likely to believe it. In the game, you become the ""crankly uncle"" and learn how to spot various misinformation techniques. As you do, you earn ""cranky points."" You can download the app or play online, all for free. Check out crankyuncle.com
Bad News: In this game, you'll learn about how fake news spreads by becoming a fake news mogul. As you work to increase your number of followers and amount of influence, you learn about the techniques bad actors use to get incorrect messages to more people. Play for free at getbadnews.com/en