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The UK-based charity that's levelling the playing field for gamers with physical disabilities around the world. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/specialeffectteam Website: https://www.specialeffect.org.uk/contact Discord: https://discord.com/invite/69dQEmkxX2

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · Aug 18

From West Ham to Wembley, we're so excited to announce the inaugural One Special Walk!

On Friday 3 Oct join us for the 25KM or 13KM walk, both accessible routes, and you'll help raise vital funds and awareness for our life-changing work.

Sign up here: bit.ly/OneSpecialWa...

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Yogscast Games | Wishlist Dicealot! @yogscast.games · 4d

Unmissable games, unstoppable impact.

We're so excited to have Border Pioneer join 7 other amazing games in @greenmangaming.com's very first charity bundle supporting @specialeffect.org.uk 💖

For just £11 you can get £198 worth of games with proceeds going to One Special Day!

#OneSpecialDay

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 17h

Thank you so much for being a wonderful ambassador, and... capitalist?!

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Hooded Horse @hoodedhorse.bsky.social · 4d

Accessibility matters. 💖

So we've partnered with Green Man Gaming for the One Special Day charity bundle. Get Old World & seven other games for just $12!

Proceeds go to the incredible work of @specialeffect.org.uk.

Get it here: https://www.greenmangamingbundles.com/bundles/one-special-day-2025/

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 17h

Absolutely IMMENSE! We can't thank you all for your dedication, time and generosity!

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 7d

We’re excited to be the beneficiary of Green Man Gaming’s first Charity Bundle, live now in support of #OneSpecialDay!

Until October 15, this bundle of eight incredible games will help us level the playing field for physically disabled gamers!

www.greenmangamingbundles.com

Green Man Gaming @greenmangaming.com · 7d

Eight Amazing Games, One Special Cause ✨

Support the vital work of @specialeffect.org.uk whilst levelling up your library with our brand new One Special Day charity bundle: bit.ly/46UYqHo

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 1d

Wow, what a fantastic #OneSpecialWalk! Thanks so much to everyone for braving the rain and (literally) going the extra mile for us, you're all stars! Keep an eye out for an update on how much you've raised, and the date for next year's event 🧡💙

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 5d

Something wicked has started over on the SpecialEffect Twitch channel!

Overdue Exorcism, coproduced by Salix Games and Liquid Crimson, featuring Natalie Winter, Kit Harrison, Dave Jones, Billie Fulford-Brown and Kathryn Vinclaire is live NOW.

Join in the fun over on: www.twitch.tv/specialeffec...

Overdue Exorcism- 3rd October 2025 - 6pm to 10pm BST. Featuring Dave Jones, Kathryn Vinclaire, Kit Harrison and Billie Fulford-Brown with Natalie Winter as GM

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 5d

Something wicked has started over on the SpecialEffect Twitch channel!

Overdue Exorcism, coproduced by Salix Games and Liquid Crimson, featuring Natalie Winter, Kit Harrison, Dave Jones, Billie Fulford-Brown and Kathryn Vinclaire is live NOW.

Join in the fun over on: www.twitch.tv/specialeffec...

Overdue Exorcism- 3rd October 2025 - 6pm to 10pm BST. Featuring Dave Jones, Kathryn Vinclaire, Kit Harrison and Billie Fulford-Brown with Natalie Winter as GM

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 5d

Hello!

www.eyegazegames.com are all entirely free using eye gaze, and EyeMine works fully with eye tracking as well :) www.specialeffect.org.uk/how-we-can-h...

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 5d

"SpecialEffect has just completely changed my life, and it's really sort of the best medicine that I've got."

To everyone who has supported us on this #OneSpecialDay, we can’t thank you enough for helping us to change the lives of people like Paul for the better!

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 5d

Buy. Play. Donate!

We’re so excited to say that the wonderful world of mobile gaming is supporting SpecialEffect once again for #OneSpecialDay, and we couldn’t be more thankful!

onespecialday.org.uk/mobile/

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 5d

It’s #OneSpecialDay! Your support today allows us to be there for the people who need us most, for free, for life. Our work enables access to gaming, technology, communication and community and we can only do that with your support.

Support us today:

One Special Day 2025

One Special Day is SpecialEffect's flagship annual fundraising campaign, established in 2015! Support gamers with disabilities around the world by taking part in One Special Day 2025!

www.justgiving.com

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 6d

Tomorrow is #OneSpecialDay, and you may ask why SpecialEffect needs your help.

The support we provide to physically disabled people all over the world is 100% free. For life. And we’re able to provide this because of the incredible generosity of our supporters!

Buy. Play. Donate. Friday 3rd Oct!

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 7d

We’re excited to be the beneficiary of Green Man Gaming’s first Charity Bundle, live now in support of #OneSpecialDay!

Until October 15, this bundle of eight incredible games will help us level the playing field for physically disabled gamers!

www.greenmangamingbundles.com

Green Man Gaming @greenmangaming.com · 7d

Eight Amazing Games, One Special Cause ✨

Support the vital work of @specialeffect.org.uk whilst levelling up your library with our brand new One Special Day charity bundle: bit.ly/46UYqHo

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Green Man Gaming @greenmangaming.com · 7d

Eight Amazing Games, One Special Cause ✨

Support the vital work of @specialeffect.org.uk whilst levelling up your library with our brand new One Special Day charity bundle: bit.ly/46UYqHo

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 8d

There’s only THREE days to go until #OneSpecialDay and our flagship event #OneSpecialWalk and we could not be more thankful for everyone’s support and involvement!

When you support SpecialEffect, this is the effect on people's lives that you have. Say hello to George and Zephyr!

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 7d

Gabs, there's no need for an apology whatsoever. Family always comes first, and we're so sorry to hear about what's going on with yours.

Thank you so much for still thinking of us, and take all the time you need. Door is always open for the future :)

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 7d

From West Ham to Wembley, the route maps and event guide for #OneSpecialWalk are now live 🚶

If you’re already signed up, find out where you’ll be walking, where the rest stops are, and the sights you’ll see along the way by checking your emails from SpecialEffect!

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 8d

There’s only THREE days to go until #OneSpecialDay and our flagship event #OneSpecialWalk and we could not be more thankful for everyone’s support and involvement!

When you support SpecialEffect, this is the effect on people's lives that you have. Say hello to George and Zephyr!

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Robin Beanland @robinbeanland.com · 12d

One week to go before #OneSpecialWalk A 26km walk from West Ham to Wembley.

Once again I’m raising money for the wonderful @specialeffect.org.uk

If you’re able to donate anything at all to my justgiving page it is massively appreciated! 🙏❤️

www.justgiving.com/page/robin-b...

Robin's fundraiser for SpecialEffect - One Special Walk - 26km West Ham to Wembley!

Help Robin Beanland raise money to support SpecialEffect

www.justgiving.com

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Paige Harvey @paigehharvey.bsky.social · 9d

CALLING ALL DISABLED CREATORS AND STREAMERS

Do you want to help other physically disabled people to access gaming, to spread the word about accessibility and to highlight that gaming is for everyone?

Free in late February 2026 to support @specialeffect.org.uk?!

Drop a reply and tag your friends!

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Paige Harvey @paigehharvey.bsky.social · 13d

SECOND CALL!

Calling all creators who'd like to stream any of the Dark Souls titles, Elden Ring, Nightrein or Bloodborne in support of SpecialEffect in February!

I'll soon be reaching out to folks with details!

Paige Harvey @paigehharvey.bsky.social · Aug 4

Calling all Soulslike streamers! Do you stream any of the Dark Souls games or Elden Ring, are free in February 2026 and would like to support @specialeffect.org.uk?

Reply and I'll add you to my list! Also plz tag friends you think might be interested 💙

SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 12d

There’s seven days to go until our biggest fundraising day of the year, #OneSpecialDay, and our inaugural headlining event, #OneSpecialWalk!

We’d love to mark the occasion by introducing you to Matt, who SpecialEffect have been able to help to independently communicate thanks to YOUR support.

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 14d

Something wicked this way comes... and we need your help! 👻

Calling all streamers and creators. We need you to take on horror games, scary games and everything a little ghoulish during our upcoming event, SpecialEffect SCREAM Team!

When: Oct 27th - Oct 31st
Where: tiltify.com/specialeffec...

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · 14d

Tune in on Friday, October 3rd from 6PM BST for an Overdue Exorcism on Twitch, a brand new TTRPG being streamed live, created and co-produced by @salixgames.bsky.social and @liquidcrimson.bsky.social, raising money for SpecialEffect! 👻

Tune in here: www.twitch.tv/specialeffec...