Gamers can be proud to say that there are tons of events around the world each year dedicated to raising money for good causes. Some of the highest-profile gaming events, like Games Done Quick, bring in generous donations that have made a difference for years.
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For all the attention that these events receive, there are other, smaller ways for gamers to give back. Developers sometimes offer charity DLC packs, giving proceeds to worthy organizations, and some even go further, donating portions of their total game sales! If you’re looking for a way to have fun and give, try one of these games.
8American Truck Simulator / Euro Truck Simulator
These realistic big-rig sims from SCS Software are known for letting players haul freight across the US and Europe through lovingly-crafted environments. Simulator games are known for being very DLC-heavy, but there’s at least one pack for both games that’s always worth it.
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BothAmerican Truck SimulatorandEuro Truck Simulatoroffer aPink Ribbon Charity Pack, which include pink paint jobs for your trucks and a pink ribbon ornament. All proceeds from both packs go to breast cancer research; specifically, theBreast Cancer Research Foundation USAand theAlliance Of Women With Breast Cancer.
7We Are The Caretakers
Heart Shaped Games' environmental RPGWe Are The Caretakersputs players in command of an anti-poaching operation in a sci-fi world. The main goal is to protect the endangered Raun, large herbivores hunted for their hide and horns.
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The Raun are, of course, allegories for rhinos, some of themost critically endangered species on the planet.Heart Shaped Games has committed to donatingten percent of the game’s net profitsto the Wildlife Conservation Network’sRhino Recovery Fund, which is dedicated to preserving the remaining rhino populations.
6Company Of Heroes 2
Even if RTS games aren’t your thing, you’ve probably heard ofCompany Of Heroes.This World War 2 strategy game has a dedicated competitive scene, and Relic Entertainment has given its fanbase a chance to give back. TheWhale And Dolphin Conservation Pattern Packlets players kit out their British, German, and American tanks with exclusive skins inspired by marine life.
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As DLC packs go, this one is a bit pricey for a handful of cosmetics, but it’s for a good cause.All revenue from this DLC packis given to the Whale And Dolphin Conservation Charity, which works to protect endangered sea mammals.
5Chernobylite
Chernobyliteis a creepy post-apocalyptic RPG set in the ruins of the world’s most famous nuclear disaster. If classicFalloutwas a horror game, this is what it would probably look like.
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Players of the Chernobylite Enhanced Edition can get theCharity Pack DLC, which includes desktop backgrounds and posters inspired by the game. All profits from the pack go to thePure Heart Foundation, which provides humanitarian aid and youth programs in underprivileged areas of Eastern Europe - most recently Ukraine.
4APICO
APICOis an adorable beekeeping sim with a focus on conservation. As you might expect, the team at developer TNgineers care a lot about bees in the real world.
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Bee populations are dropping rapidly, furthering the rapid changes we’re seeing in the global environment. Proceeds from the game are periodically donated to a variety of organizations working to save the bees. TNgineers even goes so far as to post an ongoing list of donationson the game’s website.
One of the most popular multiplayer games in the world,Dead By Daylightis famous for its asymmetrical gameplay and terrifying killers. Behaviour Interactive struck gold with this title, and the game is still going strong years after launch.
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TheCharity Case DLCis a set of cosmetic items for both Survivors and Killers. All proceeds from the pack are donated to theBrain And Behavior Research Foundation, which funds grants for mental health research.
2Alba: A Wildlife Adventure
This charming and cozy wildlife photography game buts players in the shoes of Alba, a young girl hoping to save her home. It captures the beauty and delicacy of nature, and the proceeds of the game work to help preserve both for future generations.
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Developer ustwo has committed toplanting a tree for every copy of Alba purchased.This is fulfilled through the charity Ecologi, and is more than enough reason to get extra copies for your friends!
1This War Of Mine
In 2022, 11Bit Studios famously donated the revenue from their heartbreaking survival gameThis War Of Mineto relief efforts in Ukraine. While that drive has since ended, players can still provide aid via theWar Child Charity DLC.
The War Child pack adds street art to areas throughout the game, giving players something extra to hunt for as they scour the ruins of their war-torn city for supplies. All proceeds from the pack are given to War Child, an organization dedicated tohelping children affected by conflicts around the world.
