description Phone Story Overview
Phone Story is a satirical educational mobile game developed by Molleindustria in 2011. It functions as a critical commentary on the global supply chain of smartphones, forcing players to interact with scenarios involving coltan extraction, factory labor conditions, and electronic waste disposal. The game highlights the hidden human and environmental costs associated with consumer electronics manufacturing. Apple famously removed Phone Story from its iOS App Store just days after release due to its depictions of real-world corporate abuse.
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What is the serious game 'Phone Story'?
'Phone Story' is a satirical mobile game created by Molleindustria in 2011 that highlights the human and environmental costs of smartphone manufacturing. It forces players to participate in the dark realities of the electronics supply chain.
Why did Apple remove Phone Story from the App Store?
Apple removed 'Phone Story' from its iOS App Store just days after its release in 2011. The tech giant cited violations of their developer guidelines, specifically pointing to rules prohibiting apps that mention or critique rival platforms.
Where can I play Phone Story today?
Because it was banned from the Apple App Store, Molleindustria released 'Phone Story' on the Android Market (now Google Play) for Android users. It can also be played via web browsers or web archives online.
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