Wine Games
There are any number of "games" that the unscrupulous play with wine. Bait and Switch, misrepresentation, and prices that fluctuate on a whim are some of those that we have covered. Today though, I am writing about a completely different kind of wine game.
The kind that is fun. I first created WineEducation.com over a decade ago, and it has always been my intention to make learning about wine as much fun as i can. Therefore, over the years I have created several on-line games to play.
Until today I created all over the underpinnings behind the games myself. I wrote every word and every line of code that made it work. The crossword puzzle I just added was made with the help of another application. It does a pretty nice job of the mechanics, so if you haven't yet check it out.
So far all of these games have been for on-line use. I have not created any stand alone wine games, yet.
I have been contemplating writing a game based on the topsy turvy world of wine investing. As it would take me a year or more to write, it is not a trivial project.
Other game ideas I have include a stand alone (and updated) version of SimVin the winery simulation game, or even something silly with a wine theme. Since wine is an adult venue I want to ensure that I create age appropriate games that are fun, and trick you into learning something.
Hundreds of thousands of people have come to my site just to play the games. Amazingly, a good number of them are from wine schools around the world. I consider this an indication that I am doing the right thing, but my creditors would like me to find a way to make money and not just friends.
And so I have a question for you:
This would be a great time for feedback on the existing games, ideas for future games, or for a game publisher to contact me. As always I can be easily reached by email.
P.S. Thanks to those of you who came out to the wine tasting in Denver. It was great fun and I can't wait to do it again soon. If you want me to come visit you and or your wine tasting group, the first step is to get in touch!
The kind that is fun. I first created WineEducation.com over a decade ago, and it has always been my intention to make learning about wine as much fun as i can. Therefore, over the years I have created several on-line games to play.
Until today I created all over the underpinnings behind the games myself. I wrote every word and every line of code that made it work. The crossword puzzle I just added was made with the help of another application. It does a pretty nice job of the mechanics, so if you haven't yet check it out.
So far all of these games have been for on-line use. I have not created any stand alone wine games, yet.
I have been contemplating writing a game based on the topsy turvy world of wine investing. As it would take me a year or more to write, it is not a trivial project.
Other game ideas I have include a stand alone (and updated) version of SimVin the winery simulation game, or even something silly with a wine theme. Since wine is an adult venue I want to ensure that I create age appropriate games that are fun, and trick you into learning something.
Hundreds of thousands of people have come to my site just to play the games. Amazingly, a good number of them are from wine schools around the world. I consider this an indication that I am doing the right thing, but my creditors would like me to find a way to make money and not just friends.
And so I have a question for you:
This would be a great time for feedback on the existing games, ideas for future games, or for a game publisher to contact me. As always I can be easily reached by email.
P.S. Thanks to those of you who came out to the wine tasting in Denver. It was great fun and I can't wait to do it again soon. If you want me to come visit you and or your wine tasting group, the first step is to get in touch!
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