[games_access] The AbleGamers Foundation Unveils First Permanent Accessibility Arcade

Thu Oct 4 03:36:46 EDT 2012

Is there a list of games that will be there?

Good work!

On 3 October 2012 23:26, Scott Ruttencutter <scott at iqfoundry.com> wrote:

> I'd be willing to donate copies of our upcoming blind/accessible title if
> you'd like to have it.
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> Best,
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> Scott Ruttencutter
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> On Oct 3, 2012, at 4:22 PM, Steve Spohn <steve at ablegamers.com> wrote:
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> In The Pit (xbla game)
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> On Wed, Oct 3, 2012 at 5:12 AM, Richard (AudioGames.net) <
> richard at audiogames.net> wrote:
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>>  Congratulations! Which blind-accessible games will be present?
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>> On 1-10-2012 19:39, Steve Spohn wrote:
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>> Greetings all,
>>
>>  Just a quick note to keep you all abreast of the good news. AGF is
>> officially launching the first of many permanent Accessibility Arcades TM.
>> This first installation is in the DC public library next Wednesday, with
>> more on the way.
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>>          **
>> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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>> Contact: Steve Spohn
>> press at ablegamers.org
>> (703) 891-9017 ext:102 <%28703%29%20891-9017%20ext%3A102>
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>>
>>            The AbleGamers Foundation Unveils First Permanent
>> Accessibility Arcade
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>>
>> *Opens The AbleGamers Foundation’s Accessibility Arcade at the
>> Washington DC Public Library.*
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>>
>> Harpers Ferry, WV –October 1, 2012– The AbleGamers Foundation<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=88788807&msgid=1060592&act=UADE&c=369830&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ablegamers.com> is
>> proud to announce the first permanently stationed AbleGamers’ Accessibility
>> Arcade at Washington DC public library main MLK Branch. Opening ceremony
>> will be held on the 10th of October -- national disability month. The
>> mayor’s office will be on-hand at the milestone occasion to cut the ribbon
>> for the library's newest display.
>>
>>
>> “We have been dreaming about this day ever since the first showing of the
>> accessibility arcade at a small conference in Boston four years ago,” said
>> Mark Barlet, President and Founder of the AbleGamers Foundation. “Today, we
>> are taking the first step forward on a very long and rewarding road to
>> bring accessible games to everyone across America. Game accessibility is
>> not an idea, it’s a movement. Together, we can enrich the lives of those
>> with disabilities by the joy and social fun of gaming to anyone who wants
>> to join in.”
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>> “This is really one of the finest days in the history of the
>> organization,” said Steve Spohn, Editor-In-Chief of the AbleGamers
>> Foundation. “This is a tremendous victory for disabled gamers everywhere.
>> But moreover, it's a victory for everyone who has ever worked with,
>> contributed to, and especially donated to the foundation.  We would like to
>> thank each and every one who has helped and will continue to help the
>> disabled gamer community. ”
>>
>>
>> “Our partnership with the AbleGamers Foundation brings the freedom, fun,
>> and independent of video gaming to DC residents with disabilities,” said
>> Venetia Demson, Chief of DC Public Library’s Adaptive Services Division.
>> “We’re looking forward to welcoming new and experienced gamers with
>> disabilities of all ages to the library for a unique experience. When
>> properly used, video games can be an important learning tool for literacy,
>> spatial reasoning and curriculum support as well as a wonderful social
>> experience.”
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>>
>> *The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at the DC public library @
>> 12 noon, October 10, 2012.* We encourage everyone who is interested in
>> finding out more information on assistive technology, gamers with
>> disabilities, and the AbleGamers foundation to attend the event and meet
>> the AbleGamers crew.
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>>
>>
>> *About The AbleGamers Foundation*
>>
>> The AbleGamers Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity that runs
>> AbleGamers.com, which provides news and reviews on the accessibility of
>> mainstream video game titles, as well as consultation on assistive
>> technology.  As an alternative to Serious Gaming, mainstream video games
>> supply many disabled individuals and veterans with rehabilitation as well
>> as social stimulation in situations where they may be otherwise shut out of
>> society's idea of normal everyday life.
>>
>>
>> ###
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>> For more information about this topic, the AbleGamers Foundation,
>> AbleGamers.com, or to schedule an interview call (703) 891-9017 ext:102<%28703%29%20891-9017%20ext%3A102>  or
>> email press at AbleGamers.com.
>>
>>  --
>> Steve Spohn
>> Editor-In-Chief
>> The AbleGamers Foundation
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