We're so pleased that the prototype of our latest AR game, Coping Card Battles, is complete! This project has been a fantastic experience, and its development has provided invaluable insights into building engaging Augmented Reality experiences. As a direct consequence of the work and lessons learned from Coping Card Battles, we've solidified a clear path forward for future AR projects: the development of a bespoke…

The latest playtest analysis aids development and bug fixing, supporting a journal article with De Montfort University on AR engagement. Plans for more character interaction and potential partnerships and funding are also being explored. A promotional video is forthcoming.

The alpha build of Menphys’ coping card deck is complete, featuring six story cards and interactive AR characters. Initial playtests showed positive engagement from diverse children, highligh…

The latest update highlights progress on the Menphys card game, detailing a strategic overhaul of coping cards, enhancements in AR technology, and plans for a linear story mode to complement the ex…

This week, the core gameflow for the coping card game was finalised. Players balance using coping cards to combat draining states-of-being, aiming to connect gameplay with real-life emotional regul…

Progress has been slow due to holiday but important features like the "states-of-being" mechanic are developing. This system alters player emotions, enhancing gameplay, and will be visually animated for greater impact later.

This week, significant advancements were made on the Menphys coping card game, including the introduction of "states-of-being" to enhance emotional dynamics and gameplay, along with improvements in AR toolkit and overall player engagement.

Games cultivate communities by enhancing social interaction, reducing isolation, and fostering meaningful connections, particularly through multiplayer environments. Despite challenges like toxicit…

This post discusses the importance of inclusive design in gaming, highlighting how it empowers diverse audiences by breaking barriers. It details features supporting accessibility, such as customiz…

This week focused on refining gameplay and enhancing interactions. Key updates included improved prefab placement accuracy and responsive emotion placeholders. Despite challenges with Unity’s Input…

Games can positively impact social change, yet smaller organizations face challenges in development due to cost, expertise gaps, and resource limitations. Collaboration and innovative strategies ca…

This survey will support a journal article exploring how small charities and non-profits in the UK can use custom-made games or virtual environments to raise awareness or educate. We aim to understand...

This week, I refined the mechanics for a coping card deck project with De Montfort University and Menphys, focusing on AR interactions, animations, and managing multiple card decks effectively.

Games for Social Good Series, Part 1 of 5. Video games have grown into a medium that can do so much more than entertain. They can educate, raise awareness, and inspire action. I believe in the pote…

Video games have grown into a medium that can do so much more than entertain. They can educate, raise awareness, and inspire action. I believe in the potential of games to make a real difference, e…

The VGHF Library is only in Early Access, but it comes with a lot of material for researchers and developers to pore through.