School 26 is a worthwhile experience for girls in that 12-16 year old age range to play through, and would be a definite asset as a learning tool in schools. There are too many stories of the difficulties and traumas experienced by teenage girls on a daily basis, and while it’s too much to think this one game can solve those problems, there’s a good argument to be made that well-designed and well-thought out games like School 26 can be a part of the solution.
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School 26 isn't something to be judged as a normal game. It's a title with a very specific aim, and if you're outwith the target age group then there is no reason to touch this with a bargepole. However, if you're looking for something to introduce a young girl to certain issues it certainly does a very good job in a context that is easy to relate to.
