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A cartoon of two soldiers shooting at each other, displayed at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.

Games and activities

Fun and games from the Museum!

Explore activities and interactive games offering learning fun for everyone.


Games

A cartoon of two soldiers in a trench.

Featured

Over the Top

Over the Top is an interactive adventure that allows you to experience life in the trenches during the First World War.

A pencil sits on top of a crossword puzzle in Ottawa.

Activity

Canadian Museum Crossword Puzzle – 2023 Edition

Do you want to test your knowledge of Canadian history and culture?

Books

War Games

War games are as ancient, varied and complex as war itself. In this expansive introduction to war gaming, find out how games — from tabletop battlefields to digital simulations — have been used to train military personnel. Explore the connections between military conflicts and popular games.

The cover of war games featuring a soldier holding a rifle.