It works a little like Ingress in that it can take place as you go about your daily life.

Each object tagged is rewarded with virtual food.

The game itself will be open source so that the data collected could be utilised in other ways.

“Swarm is an ant simulation game designed to help people understand how such a thing is possible.”

The pair hope to have a working prototype of the game by the end of this year.

you could read more about the projecton their website.