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McDonald’s DS: The Behind-the-Scenes Training Game

For the first time, Infendo brings you the story behind the unseen McDonald's DS, an educational video game exclusively used for training new McDonald's employees. Read on to learn about the game's unique features and gameplay modes.

McDonald’s has always been at the forefront of innovation in the fast food industry, and their dedication to training their employees is no exception. The company has created a series of educational video games to aid in the training process, one of which is the highly-regarded McDonald’s DS. Although never released to the public, this internal training tool has been used by the company for over a decade to train new employees. In this article, we’ll explore the world of McDonald’s DS, including its unique features and gameplay modes.

The McDonald’s DS, also known as the eCrew Development Program (eCDP), was created by McDonald’s in Japan. It was designed to teach new employees the ins and outs of working at the restaurant, including how to cook and serve menu items, interact with customers, and perform various other tasks. The game was only ever distributed to the company’s own restaurants and was never meant to be released to the public.

One of the standout features of McDonald’s DS is its variety of game modes. The game includes simulations of food preparation and customer interaction, quizzes to test the player’s knowledge, and even player profiles for employees and managers. The game also keeps track of performance statistics, allowing managers to see how each employee is performing and make necessary improvements.

In addition to McDonald’s DS, the company also released a separate game called eSMART, which was meant to train existing employees rather than new ones. The eSMART game was recently preserved by the Twitter account ‘Forest of Illusion’ after a successful fundraiser.

While the McDonald’s DS may have never been released to the public, its impact on employee training at the fast food giant has been undeniable. The game’s unique features and emphasis on hands-on learning have made it an invaluable tool for training new employees, and have contributed to the company’s continued success.

McDonald’s DS is a fascinating example of the company’s commitment to innovation and employee training. Whether you’re a fan of fast food or just interested in the world of educational video games, the story of McDonald’s DS is definitely worth exploring. So next time you visit a McDonald’s restaurant, take a moment to appreciate the hard work and dedication that goes into making your meal, thanks in part to the training provided by the McDonald’s DS.

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