Lei Feng Becomes Online Game Hero

Lei Feng is no longer a hero in real life only. He is now a virtual hero as well in the world of online video gaming. Doing good deeds, as many as you can, is required to reach new levels in the online game, which features Lei Feng, the Nanfang City Daily said.

 

Lei Feng is one of the most resilient icons in China. At 20, he joined the People's Liberation Army and allegedly spent all his spare time and money helping the needy. After he died more than four decades ago at the age of 22, he became a national hero because of his selflessness and noble-mindedness. Late Chinese leader Mao Zedong proclaimed the nation should commemorate Lei Feng on every March 5.

 

The game, called Learn from Lei Feng, has become very popular among many Guangzhou students recently. Hard work, a plain life and willingness to help others are the game's themes, which is very different from most other online games.

 

"For beginners, sewing and mending socks are the only ways to increase experience and to upgrade," said Jiao Jian, a six-grade pupil in Yuexiu District. "Every time you are promoted to a higher level, your clothes will become more average. You have to do good deeds to upgrade, such as contributing and volunteering on building sites. The more you do the better and higher you get, thus boosting your reputation."

 

The game also sets tasks such as a treasure hunt, which can be found in many online games. But the treasure here is a copy of Chairman Mao's Collection, unlike the usual swords or jewels.

 

"As long as my experience, reputation, skill and loyalty satisfy the game's criteria, I will win and meet Chairman Mao," Jiao noted. "I still have several tasks to go through. I will 'work hard' and strive to obtain the Chairman's autograph as soon as I can."

 

He added that many of his classmates also loved playing the game, because it is different from the online games they normally play. While playing, they learn many things about Lei Feng. The developer said the game is aimed at today's students, providing them with the tools to learn the pleasures of helping others.