This is Impact Games Landscape Analysis, an in-class project for understanding recent trends on serious games and games for impact. The data visualizations in this site are generated from collaborative efforts on discussions, data collection, data entry, and data analysis. The tools used to create the visuals are Google Charts, D3, and Tableau [so far the visuals are all made with Google Charts (12-20-2012)].
Google chart tools are powerful, simple to use, and free. Try out the rich gallery of interactive charts and data tools. Users may configure an extensive set of options to match the feeling of their website.
D3 is a JavaScript library for manipulating documents based on data. D3 helps you bring data into life using HTML, SVG and CSS. D3's emphasis on web standards gives you the full capacities of modern browsers.
Tableau is a desktop application designed to help people see and understand data. It provides a variety of training options to help users get the most out of their data. Only Tableau Public is freeware.
