ItzaBitza

September 4, 2009(17 years ago)·Full Release

Sabi Games

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Platforms:PC

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Summary

In the award-winning game ItzaBitza, sketches spring to life in a magical way. Kids assist their Sketchy by using Living Ink—a special drawing recognition system—to create one-of-a-kind, interactive items that become the heart of the game's action. Draw a house and see your character shrink to fit through the door; sketch some flames and watch the rocket you drew take off into space. Each playthrough of the game offers a completely unique adventure. Because the world is shaped by each player’s own drawings, the possibilities are as limitless and imaginative as the player's creativity. The game includes five themed playsets: "Home Sweet Home," "Let’s Go Camping," "Play in Space," "A Farm Life," and just in time for Halloween—"A Very Scary Haunted House." Players can unlock these playsets by completing star challenges. ItzaBitza is more than just a fun-filled game. It's designed with early readers in mind. In ItzaBitza, kids who are just learning to read begin by enjoying the playful interactions between their drawings and their Sketchy. Then, without realizing it, they start reading to earn stars or to figure out what to draw to help their Sketchy. Parents will appreciate how the game boosts their child's confidence. Unlike some games that can frustrate younger players with their difficulty and lack of support, ItzaBitza includes helpful features that guide children through new or challenging concepts. If an early reader comes across an unfamiliar word, simply hovering the mouse over it will cause the word to be read aloud. With a charming twist on traditional drawing games, ItzaBitza offers a fresh way for kids to play, and in the process, important learning takes place. Innovative techniques for engaging children, developed through a long-term research project by Microsoft Corporation, are woven into the game’s design, creating a one-of-a-kind experience that blends fun with learning.