Emergency Response Unit (ERU)

About Emergency Response Unit (ERU)

“Emergency Response Unit” (ERU), also known as “The Red Cross Game,” is a real-time strategy game designed to simulate the challenges faced by the Red Cross during humanitarian missions. Players are tasked with managing a Red Cross base camp and coordinating relief efforts in various disaster scenarios, such as earthquakes, floods, and conflicts. The game aims to educate players about the critical work of the Red Cross and the complexities of disaster response​.

The gameplay involves setting up base camps, deploying vehicles like trucks, helicopters, and planes, and distributing essential supplies to affected areas. Players must make critical decisions on resource allocation, prioritizing tasks based on urgency, and handling multiple crises simultaneously. The game is played from a top-down perspective, with a focus on managing time and resources effectively to save lives and alleviate suffering​.

Developed by I Sioux Game Productions in collaboration with Red Cross specialists, “ERU” provides a highly realistic simulation of relief efforts. The game was created to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the Dutch Red Cross and has received recognition for its educational value and contribution to social awareness. It offers a challenging and informative experience for players interested in humanitarian work and disaster management​.