[games_access] My Football Game - And they said it could not be done.

[D. Michelle Hinn]

This is definitely something to check out -- it's a real emotional  
experience to see what he did. Basically Chuck (the creator of the  
software) solved so many issues that keep many with cognitive and  
mobility disabilities from gaming and created something that is  
really quite amazing!

Michelle

On Oct 19, 2009, at 6:04 AM, Mark Barlet wrote:

> Yes it can be used for rehab. I gave you the link to vtree so you can
> go and  learn about then. They also make software to teach people how
> to use their wheelchairs and such.
>
> It is a great game, a true breakthrough
>
> Mark
>
> Sent from mobile device.
>
> On Oct 19, 2009, at 4:57 AM, "Sandra Uhling" <sandra_uhling at web.de>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi Marc,
>>
>> wow that sounds good.
>> Can this game be used in rehabilitation?
>> Is there a demo or do people have to buy it, to try it out?
>>
>> The article:
>> Maybe additional information about VTree LLC would be great.
>> So it can be better understood.
>>
>> Best regards,
>> Sandra
>>
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>>> Betreff: [games_access] My Football Game - And they said it could  
>>> not
>>> be done.
>>>
>>> Hello All,
>>>
>>> AbleGamers just did a write up of a game called "My Football Game" -
>>> It is a very very high quality game from a group called VTree LLC,
>>> who
>>> partnered with EA SPROTS to use the football eng to make a Football
>>> game that is designed from the start for congestive disabilities and
>>> sever physical disabilities. I would highly recommend that people go
>>> give this story a read, and check out the game.
>>>
>>> Here is a link to the story we did
>>> http://ablegamers.com/game-news/712-my-football-game-and-they-said-
>>> it-
>>> couldnt-be-done.html
>>>
>>> And here is a link the games website
>>> http://www.vtreellc.com/
>>>
>>> Here is what they say about the game.
>>>
>>> VTree™ LLC is a leader in developing special needs software and
>>> assistive technology. Developing exciting and authentic videogame
>>> action that promotes confidence and enhances social interaction is
>>> our
>>> mission. We design customizable games especially for those who are
>>> challenged by cognitive and/or physical disabilities.
>>>
>>> VTree’s games are adaptable, accessible and—most important—
>>> FUN! Our
>>> games can be manipulated to match the player’s level of competency
>>> . As
>>> certain skills are mastered, the games become more challenging,
>>> allowing the player to experience success at each level.
>>>
>>> Our dream is to promote inclusive participation in community life  
>>> for
>>> people with special needs. VTree’s games are not just fun. They en
>>> hance
>>> personal satisfaction and self-confidence and can be used as
>>> motivators
>>> to open doors to other new experiences.
>>>
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>>> Mark C. Barlet
>>> Editor-in-Chief
>>> AbleGamers.com
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