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Bodega Budget

Bodega Budget is a Rogue-like experience aimed at educating teens about basic concepts in finance, such as budgeting, investing, and saving.

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Background

THE GUARDIAN NEWS: Median wealth of black Americans ‘will fall to zero by 2053’,
A study came out a couple years ago which predicts that the median wealth of black Americans will fall to zero by 2053, which indicates a huge and growing gulf between black US households and everyone else, and could be disastrous for future of America’s middle class.

What’s a Bodega?

A bodega is a small neighborhood convenience store, often found in urban communities, that sells everyday essentials like snacks, drinks, household items, and basic groceries. More than just a store, it often serves as a familiar community hub where people meet, chat, and support one another.

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In our game, the bodega serves as the heart of the community. It is deeply connected to people’s everyday lives, and compared to a traditional bodega, it takes on many more functions. It is not just a place to shop, but also a space where people gather, connect, and exchange information.

Our Goal

  1. Help players build foundational financial knowledge

  2. Encourage interest in budgeting and basic financial products

  3. Eventually create upwards financial mobility for the community

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​This Game is Created By

"InterestCurve"

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Zhimimao Sun

制作人, 经济系统设计,  音效设计

A finance and interaction design graduate now pursuing entertainment design with a strong focus on sound.

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Rob Huang

制作人, 主程序, 游戏策划, UI制作

A veteran game developer expanding his multidisciplinary skills to craft purposeful, impactful games through global collaboration.

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Jerry Wang

程序,玩法

A seasoned software engineer turned interactive creator aiming to build bold, genre-defying games and experiences.

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Ellen Zhou

2D美术, 特效, 平面设计

An interactive arts designer driven to create games that blend creativity and emotionally meaningful player experiences.

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Tianyi Cheng

3D美术, 2D美术, 游戏设计

A versatile 3D artist dedicated to merging technical craft and storytelling to create engaging interactive experiences.

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