Earth Day 2009: Green gaming roundup

Earth Day 2009 is upon us (celebrate it, you’ll be there any way) which means it’s time to look at some of the green-themed initiatives in the gaming world.

As you might recall, last year on Earth Day (2008) the price of gas skyrocketed so that a new, retail-priced game could actually cost you less than a tank of gas. We’re not quite there again (yet) but we can still think a little greener today by saving the gas by staying home and playing games with green themes. hre’s also a lot of downloadable games that don’t require any shipping (more gas) or packaging (plastic, which is based on oil).

Also don’t forget to check your favorite MMO as it will certainly include some type of avatar garb, exclusive item or fun-time recycling minigame (and then let us know so we can all give it a go).