An educational game that works?

Tssk.. I only just realised that the post titles were also links. Not being an experienced blogger this wasn't immediately obvious to me. With my web design hat on I'd actually say it was bad practice, but I digress...

I managed to find the link to the bbc news article about an apparently successful educational game. Perhaps this is one example of how aesthetics can play an important role in the perception of a game. The fact that the developer makes a comment that educational game graphics can 'look a bit iffy' would certainly suggest that he feels part of the success of his game adaptation is down to its aesthetics.