Playing video games can be a great source of entertainment and a way to connect with friends and loved ones, both online and in real life, all without having to leave your home.
However, as MND progresses, participating in gaming can become more challenging, particularly if the muscles in the fingers and hands weaken.
As part of a project funded by FightMND, we worked in collaboration with MND Queensland and people living with MND, to creat resources to help people with MND continue to keep playing, connecting and thriving through gaming.
“Gaming helps bridge loneliness and lack of community issues – that makes it an invaluable life aid for me. Did I mention I can RUN in games? ‘Nuff said!” – Person living with MND
Below are three practical resources, available to freely download.
Game On with MND – Gamer Resource: A guide to continuing gaming with MND, including real-life stories, accessibility strategies and tech tools.
Game On – A Clinicians' Guide to Accessible Gaming and MND: Evidence-informed tips for health professionals to support clients in gaming safely, meaningfully and independently
Game On, Differently – Resource for Game Developers: Insights for game developers looking to make their games more accessible, inclusive and MND-aware.
