Not all screen time is equal. Some drains kids, some distracts them— but a rare kind actually build real-life skills they’ll use for life. The difference isn’t just what kids watch or play, it’s how those experiences are designed. In Part 1 of this series, we explored the future of […]
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When we talk about VR and social emotional learning (SEL), the focus is usually on classrooms. But the real story is happening at home with parents shaping screen time. In our last article, we explored how SEL and VR are reshaping the future of education— and why learning life skills […]
The future of education is being rewritten. Social emotional learning (SEL) and virtual reality (VR), once seen as extras, are quickly becoming essentials. Together, they’re not just transforming classrooms; they’re reshaping how kids are learning life skills like resilience, empathy, and teamwork. Play has always been the foundation of growth. […]
Play is not downtime. Play builds real skills. Every laugh, rule negotiated, and “try again” moment shapes who kids become. Yet play is often dismissed as optional — a break from “real” learning. But research shows that play builds real skills. Play is where emotional intelligence takes root. And for […]
Emotional intelligence, not grades, predicts success. Every September, families focus on classrooms, routines, and test scores. However, research shows academic achievement alone is not enough. Emotional intelligence is the real superpower kids need — and games are the lab where they practice it. In this article, we explore why emotional […]
After nearly ten years of building games, we’re evolving Muffin Fight into something new: a VR game focused on learning through play. Muffin Fight 2.0 helps kids build real-world social-emotional skills while having fun. It turns screen time into connection time. This direction grew out of our work in the […]
You are Invited! Muffin Fight Update Release Party! School’s out on Dec 22nd and we can’t imagine a better way to spend your afternoon than playing Muffin Fight and eating treats– no baking or cleaning required! We’ll be at VRCORE (NE Location) on Dec 22nd celebrating the latest release of […]
Red Iron Labs at Game Con Canada By Ketsia Lombosso Engoya June 27, 2023 From June 23 to 25, Calgary’s BMO Centre was transformed into a perfect setting for gamers, where companies and enthusiasts gathered to showcase their innovative products and services. Among the dynamic line-up of games and local […]
Hey Calgary. We’re in love with your innovative spirit and ambitions for Calgary tech. As an indie company in the game’s community, we hope you love us too. Fintech, Agritech, BIZtech, BioTECH, GREENTECH. Love you all so muuuuuch… Collectively, Calgary Startups brought in $561 million in deals in 2021. And […]
Ihhhtttt’s tiiiiimmeeeee to get ready to rumbbbbblllleeeeeee and GATHER BAKE AND THROW your way to the top at the Ultimate Muffin Fighting Championship 3!
Play Muffin Fight and join our Discord to make it the sleeper hit of 2022. Can you believe there’s less than 9 weeks left in 2022? However, we’re not phased here at Red Iron Labs, in fact, we’re doubling down on our products and putting our energy to make Muffin […]
What are your plans for November 26th? Come hang out with Red Iron Labs, over at Platform Calgary, while we celebrate Innovation Week!