This part provides discipline agnostic and general instructional recommendations associated with different gameplay behaviors from the Discovery Tour: Ancient Egypt. Additionally, it also provides a summary of all the guided tours in the game. Explore how to harness the game features for learning and the content of all guided tours.
This part provides discipline agnostic and general instructional recommendations associated with different gameplay behaviors from the Discovery Tour: Ancient Egypt. Additionally, it also provides a summary of all the guided tours in the game. Explore how to harness the game features for learning and the content of all guided tours.
Learn about the Bent Pyramid of Dahshur.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Saqqara Nome
Understand how magic and religion was an essential aspect of Ancient Egyptian life.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Green Mountains
Learn about the various forms of entertainment that existed in Alexandria.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Understand who were the people involved in the creation of Ancient Egyptian monuments, and understand the techniques used to quarry stone blocks and transport monuments.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Haueris Nome
Learn about the siege of Alexandria, from Julius Caesar's perspective.
Estimated Time: 20 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the design and layout of the city of Alexandria.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the daily life of artisans in Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 9 minutes
Region: Memphis
Learn about the Sanctuary of Apollo & the Amphitheater of Cyrene
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Kyrenaika
Understand the importance of mummies for Ancient Egyptians.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Lake Mareotis
Learn about the geography and importance of the Faiyum.
Estimated Time: 9 minutes
Region: Haueris Nome
Learn about the Paneion of Alexandria.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn more about the internal structure of the Great Pyramid, and more specifically, the upper chambers.
Estimated Time: 10 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about Khafre's funerary complex.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about the origin, production and storage of wine in Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Kanopos Nome
Learn about Jean-Pierre Houdin's theories on Ancient Egyptian construction techniques and the Great Pyramid.
Estimated Time: 7 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn how hieroglyphs were identified and deciphered.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Herakleion Nome
Learn about the communal public spaces of Alexandria and their function within the city.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Kyrenaika
Learn about early funerary monuments of Ancient Egypt, and their evolution into the pyramidal structure we know so well today.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn more about the internal structure of the Great Pyramid, and more specifically, the subterranean chamber.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about the military equipment typical of Rome's armies.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Green Mountains
Learn about the deserts which cover 94% of Egypt.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Black Desert
Learn about the Serapeion of Alexandria and its function within the city.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the family life and homes of Ancient Egyptians.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Sapi-Res Nome
Learn about the events held at the hippodrome.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about Menkaure's funerary complex.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about the major regions of Egypt.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Memphis
Learn about the Islands of Pharos, and the monuments located on the islands.
Estimated Time: 7 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the influence of temples in Egyptian society, and the role of the pharaoh and priests in ancient rituals.
Estimated Time: 8 minutes
Region: Memphis
Learn about the structure and operation of Roman forts.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Marmarica
Learn about the major sources of economic wealth for Cyrene.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Kyrenaika
Learn about the layout of the first stone monument erected by mankind, the step pyramid complex of Djoser.
Estimated Time: 13 minutes
Region: Saqqara Nome
Understand the structure of the Great pyramid.
Estimated Time: 9 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about the basic agricultural food production techniques, and understand how the Nile was at the center of Ancient Egypt wealth.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Ineb-Hedjet Nome
Learn about the balance of science and magic that was Ancient Egyptian medicine.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Siwa
Learn about Sneferu's Pyramid at Meidum.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Saqqara Nome
Learn about the river Nile and it's importance to the development of Ancient Egyptian civilization.
Estimated Time: 9 minutes
Region: Ineb-Hedjet Nome
Learn about the city of Cyrene.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Kyrenaika
Learn about the geography and importance of the oasis of Siwa.
Estimated Time: 7 minutes
Region: Siwa
Learn about the uses of natron, and how it was mined and farmed in Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Saqqara Nome
Discover the history of the greatest library in antiquity and learn about the great minds of the ancient world.
Estimated Time: 7 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the process of mummification in Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 9 minutes
Region: Memphis
Learn about Khufu's funerary complex.
Estimated Time: 7 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about the city of Memphis and its place through various periods of Ancient Egyptian history.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Memphis
Learn about the city of Alexandria and the Canopic Way.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about crucifixion, the most severe form of Roman capital punishment.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Green Mountains
Learn about the uses of leather and linen in Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the importance of the pharaoh and of the priests in ancient rituals, and understand the influence of temples in Ancient Egyptian society.
Estimated Time: 8 minutes
Region: Lake Mareotis
Learn how young Alexandrians were educated.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about hieroglyphs, how they evolved through time, and what they can teach us about Ancient Egyptian culture.
Estimated Time: 7 minutes
Region: Siwa
Learn about the Temple of Zeus, in Cyrene.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Kyrenaika
Learn about the Great Sphinx of Giza, and different changes the Sphinx endured through time.
Estimated Time: 15 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about the Ancient Egyptian agricultural techniques.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Kanopos Nome
Learn about the aqueducts and water management in Cyraneica.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Green Mountains
Learn about Cleopatra, the last of the Ancient Egyptian pharaohs.
Estimated Time: 9 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the cultivation and use of oil in Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Haueris Nome
Learn about gladiator arenas in the Roman Republic.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Kyrenaika
Learn about the beginnings of modern archeology.
Estimated Time: 7 minutes
Region: Faiyum Oasis
Learn about the major economical role of Alexandria during ancient times.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Understand the significance of the mummies for Ancient Egyptians.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Siwa
Learn about Djoser's Step Pyramid and Imhotep's influence on the evolution of the pyramidal architecture.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Saqqara Nome
Learn about the various funerary monuments of the Middle Kingdom.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Haueris Nome
Learn about the Qattara Depression, in north-western Egypt.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Qattara Depression
Learn about the plateau hosting most famous necropolis of Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Giza
Learn about the Mouseion of Alexandria and its function within the city.
Estimated Time: 4 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about the acropolis ward in the city of Cyrene.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Kyrenaika
Learn about the fortifications discovered in Cyrenaica, and their purpose.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Green Mountains
Learn about the flora of Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 2 minutes
Region: Herakleion Nome
Learn about the fauna of Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Sap-Meh Nome
Learn about the production steps of brewing beer and bread making, and their importance in Ancient Egyptians' lives.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Sapi-Res Nome
Understand the different techniques used by Ancient Egyptians to quarry stone blocks, and build their monuments.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Haueris Nome
Learn about the Red Pyramid of Dahshur.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Saqqara Nome
Learn about the various domesticated animals of Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Faiyum
Learn about the founding of the Ptolemaic Dynasty.
Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Region: Alexandria
Learn about Ancient Egyptian fashions.
Estimated Time: 6 minutes
Region: Lake Mareotis
Learn about the pottery and its various uses in Ancient Egypt.
Estimated Time: 3 minutes
Region: Atef-Pehu Nome
Use Game Map
View the entire map of Ancient Egypt in Discovery Tour. Find and teleport directly (fast travel) to the starting location of any tour or point of interest in the game.
Students can use the map to set markers or 'fast travel' to any location of interest in the game world. They can use the map to practice geographic skills. They can also learn about the various sub-regions of Ancient Egypt from the map.
Use Game Timeline
View the game timeline to learn about historical figures from different periods in Ancient Egypt.
The timeline is helpful to identify different periods with representative rulers in Ancient Egyptian history from the Old Kingdom to the Ptolemaic Era.
Learn from Tour Stations (Behind the Scenes Info)
Use this section to understand the challenges and experiences of the team of developers, historians, and artists involved in the creation of the game. Read narrative text and view pictures of associated historical artifacts of archaeological value.
These stations serve as a pause point for reflection on historical thinking. Students understand how historians work with limited sources and unclear evidence to discover and recreate the world of Ancient Egypt.
Take a Guided Tour
Follow a defined path in the game to take one of the many guided tours curated by historians and archeologists about life, politics, philosophy, and art in Ancient Egypt. Watch explanatory videos that present historical knowledge and link it with the game environment. Read narrative text and consult pictures of historical artifacts of archeological value associated with the tours.
Taking a tour is the central gameplay of Discovery Tour games. Offering engaging and interactive gameplay, each tour can be used as the main text to provide knowledge about a topic. Discussions, reflections, and content knowledge quizzes can be designed around each tour depending on the lesson's learning objectives. Students can also find answers to pre-defined questions or analyze the arguments included in the tours. Refer to the list of tours for detailed information on each one.
Explore the Rich, Interactive World
Explore and interact with the rich and detailed 3D world of Ancient Egypt, observe the various NPCs (e.g., soldiers, merchants, guards, citizens, etc.) in action.
Various discovery tasks can be designed for students (e.g., explore Alexandria to collect information about its wealth) in the open world of Ancient Egypt. The opportunity to freely investigate the world makes it possible for students to observe the relived details of the architecture, fashion, human activities, and other aspects of Ancient Egyptian civilization.
Learn from Transition Scenes
Find useful tips about gameplay and short pieces of information of historical significance as you transition between tours and game menus.
The information provided during transition scenes can add to the knowledge obtained from gameplay.
Use Photo Mode
Set up a virtual camera anywhere in the 3D world of Ancient Egypt to take and save photos of your favorite locations, objects, and characters. Export your photos to your Ubisoft Account or store them on a local disk.
Students can use this feature to capture their gameplay experience or illustrate a specific concept or theme.
Use Bird's Eye View
Control your character's Falcon to get a bird's eye view of the environment around your character's current location. Navigate and control your bird using the in-game controls.
Students can use this feature to identify nearby points of interest, set markers, and obtain an aerial view of the world.
Navigate the Open World
Based on the terrain and features of the physical environment around your character, use the multiple ways of navigating Ancient Egypt. Players can walk, climb, jump, kneel, use boats, swim, dive and use torchlight at night and in darker areas as they explore the game world.
Various discovery tasks can be designed for students (e.g., explore Alexandria to collect information about its wealth) in the open world of Ancient Egypt. The opportunity to freely investigate the world makes it possible for students to observe the relived details of the architecture, fashion, human activities, and other aspects of Ancient Egyptian civilization.
Play Tours in Specific Order
Select the order of play for various tours of Ancient Egypt. Play the tours following the five in-game categories.
Students could start playing by choosing a category. Playing all tours from one category provides holistic knowledge of the subject from different perspectives.
Unlock various Characters
Unlock and choose from a range of playable characters as you finish tours in the game.
Unlocking various fictional and non-fictional characters can be viewed as a reward or reinforcement to boost students' motivation. Moreover, playing the role of game characters with a first-person perspective increases their sense of belonging and promotes historical empathy.