NOT A DRILL. NOT A CASE STUDY. THIS IS DECISION-MAKING IN MOTION.
Our games are live, story-driven simulations that drop participants into high-pressure environments where every decision has consequences. Custom-built for your organization and facilitated in person by our expert team, participants take on roles and navigate tough choices under time pressure.
Behind the scenes, we have developed a proprietary AI platform for our game masters that enables rapid design and seamless facilitation at any scale. While most games rely on a limited set of predefined paths, our approach empowers participants to think creatively and improvise in open-ended environments – delivering a level of immersion and agency out of reach for traditional game design.
Immersive by Design.
Each game is a fully built world – complete with custom media, unfolding storylines, and an environment that feels lived-in, not artificial.
Tried, Tested, and Loved.
Over 74% of players rate their experience a perfect 4 out of 4. That includes students, CEOs, defense professionals, and diplomats.
Custom Built Scenarios.
Every game is tailored to your goals, and no topic is out of reach. From global crises to internal dynamics, we turn your priorities into high-impact experiences.
Fun That Hits Hard.
Games are genuinely enjoyable, but also leave a mark. Players stay engaged throughout and bring back insights that drive personal and organizational growth.
Dynamic and Reactive.
Facilitators respond to moves in the moment. Our AI platform ensures that the game unfolds in direct response to the choices participants make.
Built-In After Action Reviews.
Every game concludes with a structured debrief and written AAR that distills key insights. Experiences create lasting personal and institutional impact.
Not sure what to run – or don’t want to build a game from scratch?
Explore our tried-and-tested scenarios, designed for maximum impact and minimal prep. Proven successful at universities and organizations like the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Georgetown, University of North Carolina, Duke, and the Canadian Department of National Defence.
What Our Clients Say
Fortune 100 Technology Company, September 2024
"The Valens Games team did an incredible job grasping the subject manner and making the experience real for the team. We're grateful for your time and thoughtfulness that allowed us to think about risks and challenges in new ways."