This Itch.io bundle to help Minnesota includes over 1,200 games and costs just $10
Source: Engadget
Overview
Itch.io is hosting a No ICE in Minnesota bundle to raise money for the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota. The bundle, organized by charity creator Jes Wade, contains nearly 1,300 video games and tabletop games and is priced at $10 (with the option to donate more). The fundraising goal is $100,000, and the campaign is on pace to meet that target.
Featured Games
- Baba Is You – A critically acclaimed puzzle game that won the Game Designers Award at the Tokyo Game Show in 2020. Players can rewrite the rules of the game world to solve complex puzzles.
- Calico – A life‑simulation game where you run a cat café on a magical island. The art style is vibrant, and the gameplay is designed to be relaxing.
- Apico – A bee‑collecting simulation that lets players manage a hive and explore pollination mechanics.
- Periphery Synthetic – A musical sci‑fi adventure blending rhythm and narrative elements.
- Hyperspace Dogfights – A space‑based roguelike focused on fast‑paced combat.
Scroll through the full list on the bundle page to discover additional titles that might interest you.
About the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
The Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (ILCM) is a nonprofit organization that provides free legal representation to low‑income immigrants and refugees. ILCM also offers support to individuals who have witnessed violent attacks and advocates for public policies that “respect the universal human rights of immigrants.”
Context and Impact
Minnesota has experienced a surge of ICE activity over recent months, leading to numerous violent incidents, raids, and arrests. Reports indicate that the presence of ICE agents is harming the local economy and causing many residents to feel trapped indoors.
- Economic impact: The Guardian article on local business effects
- Community impact: The Guardian interactive on indoor confinement
- Ongoing raids and violence:
- School raids – YouTube video
- Reports of beatings – YouTube video
- Arrests of citizens – YouTube video
These conditions underscore the importance of fundraising bundles like the No ICE in Minnesota collection, which help shine a light on critical social issues and provide direct support to affected communities.
Previous related bundles have supported causes such as the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, community bail funds, and charities working in Ukraine.