We believe that the world’s biggest problems are solvable
we are creating the tools to find those answers and to help us ask the right questions.
Interested in playing the game?
Interested in playing the game?
Find out more!
The Emergent Storm's Journey
Discover the story behind Up2Us™, the innovative card game designed to ignite creativity, foster teamwork, and inspire collective problem-solving. Learn about The Emergent Storm’s vision, mission, and commitment to promoting healthy communication and cooperation through gaming.
UP2US™ Key Features
Simple Rules, Complex Gameplay
Easy to learn rules with endless possibilities for strategic play.
Idea Generation by creativity
Stimulate creativity and inspire new solutions with every round.
Teamwork and Cooperation
Easy to learn rules with endless possibilities for strategic play.
Small Problems to Big Solutions
The individual ideas lead to impactful solutions for both small & large problems.
Teamwork and Cooperation
Easy to learn rules with endless possibilities for strategic play.
Small Problems to Big Solutions
The individual ideas lead to impactful solutions for both small & large problems.
Dive into the Excitement
Gameplay Overview
Embark Small, Achieve Big
Tackle challenges like 'frustrated' or 'confused' & advance to 'epidemic' or 'war'.
Unique Ideas, United Solutions
Every player's input matters, leading to innovative and effective strategies.
Harness Teamwork's Strength
Witness how collaboration conquers the toughest challenges.
Emergent Storm's Mission
At The Emergent Storm, we believe in the power of collective achievement and citizenship. Through Up2Us™, we aim to promote healthy dialogue, fun, and togetherness from the kitchen table to the conference room. Join us in creating a world where problems are solvable through cooperation and innovation.
Your Queries Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
Unfortunately no, we are only selling the game through the website at this time.
Not yet! We are currently in development on another game that will represent a natural follow on to Up2Us, stay tuned!
Yes! Currently we have a Spanish version that you will need to request a special order - please visit the Contact Us page to submit a request.
Reach out to us! We are located all over California so if you are local and are interested in learning more feel free to reach out!
Hear What Our Clients Have to Say
Customer Reviews
San Diego
High School Teacher
“The social and emotional learning I witnessed was truly unlike anything I have ever seen before.”
San Diego
Middle School Teacher
“It was fascinating to see how they worked through their individual problems together and then tackled larger global problems.”
San Diego
Middle School Student
“The game helped me understand my classmates more and it’s really fun. I had a good time playing.”
Camarillo
High School Student
“I learned that not all problems are fixable right away, but if we work together, we can make a difference.”
Sacramento
High School Teacher
“The Up2Us™ product developed by Emergent Storm is a great improvement to the types of educational materials that my school has access to now.”
San Diego
High School Science Department Chair
“This game is simple, but also checks many boxes we are looking for to engage students and promote social and emotional learning while addressing Common Core objectives by fostering collaboration skills.”
San Diego
Elementary School Teacher
“I think a main benefit of the game is that it gets students talking and communicating and developing interpersonal skills in a non-threatening scenario.”