From barrie.ellis at oneswitch.org.uk  Mon Feb  3 12:08:03 2014
From: barrie.ellis at oneswitch.org.uk (Barrie Ellis)
Date: Mon, 3 Feb 2014 17:08:03 +0000
Subject: [games_access] Fw: AbleGamers Announce Accessibility Awards for
 2013 Including Mainstream Accessible Game of the Year
In-Reply-To: <494D6E055FBB49E98803F258EDC0CF21@SEBMELAPTOP>
References: <494D6E055FBB49E98803F258EDC0CF21@SEBMELAPTOP>
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Very nice!! Just got to pick up on this, great to see, and esp. for the
award for SE.

Thank for sharing, Steve.

Barrie





On 3 February 2014 17:03, Barrie Ellis <oneswitch at gmail.com> wrote:

>
>
>  *From:* Steve Spohn <steve at ablegamers.com>
> *Sent:* Tuesday, January 28, 2014 4:32 PM
> *To:* IGDA Games Accessibility SIG Mailing List <games_access at igda.org>
> *Subject:* [games_access] AbleGamers Announce Accessibility Awards for
> 2013 Including Mainstream Accessible Game of the Year
>
>  Hey all,
>
> I wanted to make sure you all got a chance to see AbleGamers announced
> this year's AbleGamers mainstream game of the year award, as well as the
> first year of our expanded award program.
>
> This is the kick off of the year for us, and believe me, we have a huge
> year upcoming. It's going to be a great year for accessibility!
>
> For more information please see the press release below.
>
>
>             FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
>
>
>
> Contact:
>
> Steve Spohn
>
> press at ablegamers.com
>
> (703) 891-9017 ext:101 <%28703%29%20891-9017%20ext%3A101>
>
>
>
> AbleGamers Announce Accessibility Awards for 2013 Including Mainstream
> Accessible Game of the Year
>
>
>
> *The AbleGamers Charity Annual List of the Year's Best Accessibility
> Achievements Including Media Champion, Innovator, Device, Publisher, Indie
> Game and Mainstream Game of the Year*
>
>
>
> Harpers Ferry, WV - Jan 28, 2014-The AbleGamers Charity enters a new era
> of recognizing the greatest accessibility achievements of the year in the
> gaming industry. In addition to this year's mainstream accessible game of
> the year award, AbleGamers will also be recognizing media champion,
> innovator, device, publisher, and indie game of the year.
>
>
>
> Every year, the AbleGamers Charity scours the industry for the best
> accessibility advancements in gaming and technology. This year, 7 awards
> will be given out to those who have made a real difference to the realm of
> accessibility and gaming. AbleGamers hopes to help raise awareness for the
> good deeds these individuals are doing by giving each award recipient a
> small token displaying the appreciation from the gamers with disabilities
> community.
>
>
>
> *Includification Award: Paradox Interactive.*
>
>
>
> Paradox Interactive continues to publish strategy games that demonstrate
> crucial accessibility standards as defined by the practical set of the
> game accessibility guidelines<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=85613693&msgid=1103889&act=HWN4&c=369830&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.includification.com%2F>.
> Paradox also continues to work closely with AbleGamers to bring seamless
> accessibility to all games without interfering with any gameplay mechanics.
>
>
>
> *Best Media Champion: Paul Nyheart, HDFilms.*
>
>
>
> Paul's work to include gamers with disabilities and advocate for the works
> of those with physical challenges on both the Jace Hall Show and the 1337
> Lounge continue to advance the awareness of gamers with disabilities.
>
>
>
> *Best Innovator: SpecialEffect.*
>
>
>
> SpecialEffect has made many advancements for children with disabilities in
> the UK. With a full-time staff dedicated to helping those with
> disabilities, AbleGamers is proud to consider SpecialEffect an important
> resource for European gamers with disabilities.
>
>
>
> *Best New Device or Peripheral: StinkyBoard.*
>
>
>
> StinkyBoard is a game changing device designed to allow gamers to use the
> abilities and their feet to add additional flexibility in the control
> schemes of any video game. Combined with the right software and macro
> systems, StinkyBoard gives an amazing amount of flexibility to those with
> physical impairments such as the loss of the use of one arm or limited
> upper body movement.
>
>
>
> *Best Accessible Indie Game of the Year: The Stanley Parable.*
>
>
>
> The Stanley Parable exemplifies the extreme accessibility indie developers
> can display while leaving the exciting gameplay of traditional video games
> completely intact. Despite limited manpower and funding, indie developers
> continue to push the boundaries of accessibility. AbleGamers recognizes
> Galactic Caf?'s Stanley Parable as the best of the best in indie game
> development.
>
>
>
> And without further ado...
>
>
>
> *AbleGamers Accessible Mainstream Game of the Year*
>
>
>
> *Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn*
>
>
>
> With the very first accessibility award for Square-Enix, FFXIV scored 9.1
> in AbleGamers accessibility review<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=85613693&msgid=1103889&act=HWN4&c=369830&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.ablegamers.com%2FPC%2Ffinal-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn.html>scoring system including 10 for hearing and 9.5 for visual elements. FFXIV
> covers almost every area of accessibility with high standards and practical
> application. The mobility area of the game was nearly perfect except for
> the inability to use only the mouse to play the game. In upcoming patches,
> Square-Enix has the ability to achieve a perfect 10 with some very minor
> fixes.
>
>
>
> In the meantime, with the year full of accessibility disappointments from
> many major mainstream games, FFXIV was the most requested review of the
> year from the AbleGamers community, and the mainstream title that fulfilled
> almost all of the requirements to be fully accessible to gamers with
> disabilities.
>
>
>
> "We are very honored to receive AbleGamers' Mainstream Game of the Year
> Award," said Naoki Yoshida, producer and director of FINAL FANTASY XIV: A
> Realm Reborn.  "In terms of the visual aspect, especially how color is
> displayed, we took in the players' feedback and continuously performed
> updates so that any player from around the world can enjoy the game, and
> are firmly committed to this moving forward. I would like to formally
> express my gratitude to AbleGamers for recognizing our efforts."
>
>
>
> "It was a largely disappointing year for video games," said Mark Barlet,
> Founder and Executive Director of the AbleGamers Charity. "We experienced
> many games that were overhyped and then found very inaccessible this year.
> Fortunately, Square-Enix delivered a very enjoyable game that is accessible
> to a large portion of the disabled gaming community. We look forward to
> them continuing to improve the experience of FFXIV to include the disabled
> gamers who are still waiting to enjoy such a spectacular accomplishment in
> mainstream accessible gaming."
>
>
>
> Please visit www.ablegamers.com<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=85613693&msgid=1103889&act=HWN4&c=369830&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ablegamers.com%2F>for more information on AbleGamers and the charitable work continuing to
> help those with disabilities enjoy the wonderful world of gaming. Visit
> www.includification.com<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=85613693&msgid=1103889&act=HWN4&c=369830&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.includification.com%2F>to see the best practical set of game accessibility guidelines found
> anywhere in the world. And www.ablegamers.com/donate<http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=85613693&msgid=1103889&act=HWN4&c=369830&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ablegamers.com%2Fdonate>to find more information about tax-deductible donations.
>
> *About AbleGamers*
>
> The AbleGamers Charity 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.
>
>
> ###
>
> For more information about this topic, the AbleGamers foundation,
> AbleGamers.com, donating, or to schedule an interview with Mark Barlet,
> President of The AbleGamers Foundation, call (703) 891-9017 ext:101<%28703%29%20891-9017%20ext%3A101>or email Steve Spohn at press at AbleGamers.com
>
>
>   This message was sent to steve at ablegamers.com from:
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> --
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>
>  *COO/Community Outreach Director*
>
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From brannonz at microsoft.com  Fri Feb  7 23:31:50 2014
From: brannonz at microsoft.com (Brannon Zahand)
Date: Sat, 8 Feb 2014 04:31:50 +0000
Subject: [games_access] Anyone going to CSUN?
Message-ID: <0605acb0ff9b40c7ae4bdc7d8ec8bc74@BN1PR03MB233.namprd03.prod.outlook.com>

Just found out I'll be heading down there.

Brannon Zahand | DSC Business Operations | brannonz at microsoft.com<mailto:brannonz at microsoft.com>

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From i_h at hotmail.com  Sat Feb  8 18:30:02 2014
From: i_h at hotmail.com (Ian Hamilton)
Date: Sat, 8 Feb 2014 23:30:02 +0000
Subject: [games_access] Anyone going to CSUN? (Brannon Zahand)
In-Reply-To: <mailman.9.1391871605.86531.games_access@igda.org>
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Sadly not, I wanted to but it clashes with GDC.
How long are you in the area for Brannon? As we'll be in the same part of the world it would be great to meet up if possible, there are others from the list going to GDC too.

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From thomas at westin.nu  Sun Feb  9 05:13:31 2014
From: thomas at westin.nu (Thomas Westin)
Date: Sun, 9 Feb 2014 11:13:31 +0100
Subject: [games_access] Anyone going to CSUN? (Brannon Zahand)
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	<DUB116-W37FFF62A37274B03055FFD91960@phx.gbl>
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Hi Brannon,

yes I?ll be at GDC too!

Best regards,
Thomas

9Feb 2014 kl. 00:30 skrev Ian Hamilton <i_h at hotmail.com>:

> Sadly not, I wanted to but it clashes with GDC.
> 
> How long are you in the area for Brannon? As we'll be in the same part of the world it would be great to meet up if possible, there are others from the list going to GDC too.
> 
> > From: games_access-request at igda.org
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From thomas at westin.nu  Sun Feb  9 18:00:01 2014
From: thomas at westin.nu (Thomas Westin)
Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2014 00:00:01 +0100
Subject: [games_access] QuadStick controller opens up PS3,
	PC and Android titles to quadriplegic gamers (video)
Message-ID: <BDD6D056-52C6-47DE-88C6-6C66346E1F1A@westin.nu>

http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-kickstarter/

Download information for Engadget at http://www.engadget.com/apps/


Kind regards,
Thomas

(Sent from my mobile)


From steve at ablegamers.com  Sun Feb  9 18:05:13 2014
From: steve at ablegamers.com (Steve Spohn)
Date: Sun, 9 Feb 2014 18:05:13 -0500
Subject: [games_access] QuadStick controller opens up PS3,
 PC and Android titles to quadriplegic gamers (video)
In-Reply-To: <BDD6D056-52C6-47DE-88C6-6C66346E1F1A@westin.nu>
References: <BDD6D056-52C6-47DE-88C6-6C66346E1F1A@westin.nu>
Message-ID: <CABrM+MXWfzcMOQo5-zYFY7P6G-Yonq0K9XM=4Xjj133uAVQQDw@mail.gmail.com>

You should notice some familiarity in the video. ;)

Also expect a PR from AbleGamers about this.

Ken was my hero. His work will live on through Fred and AG will be there :)


On Sun, Feb 9, 2014 at 6:00 PM, Thomas Westin <thomas at westin.nu> wrote:

> http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-kickstarter/
>
> Download information for Engadget at http://www.engadget.com/apps/
>
>
> Kind regards,
> Thomas
>
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From barrie.ellis at oneswitch.org.uk  Mon Feb 10 03:47:36 2014
From: barrie.ellis at oneswitch.org.uk (Barrie Ellis)
Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2014 08:47:36 +0000
Subject: [games_access] Fwd: FW: Project Update #2: QuadStick: A Game
 Controller for Quadriplegics by Fred Davison
In-Reply-To: <007301cf25c2$e8213fd0$b863bf70$@specialeffect.org.uk>
References: <52f59fddc05ca_6a003f9004309ea8190087@ip-10-149-5-30.mail>
	<007301cf25c2$e8213fd0$b863bf70$@specialeffect.org.uk>
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Tons of coverage for this one (see below). Hope Ken's happy with the
outcome. Hard to let go, I bet.

http://switchgaming.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/quadstick-kickstarter-and-call-for.html

Good to see you've got well behind it too, Steve. Great news.

Barrie


Project Update #2: Word is getting out, thanks to you
<http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/227850484/quadstick-a-game-controller-for-quadriplegics/posts/741790?at=BAh7CDoMcG9zdF9pZGkDnlELSSIIdWlkBjoGRVRpAzP3kUkiC2V4cGlyeQY7BlRJIhgyMDE0LTAzLTA4IDAzOjA5OjE3BjsGVA%3D%3D--ad77f30691e2d968cc649a739b68c45ea6dd8419&ref=backer_project_update>

Posted by Fred Davison *? Like
*<http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/227850484/quadstick-a-game-controller-for-quadriplegics/posts/741790/like?at=BAh7CDoMcG9zdF9pZGkDnlELSSIIdWlkBjoGRVRpAzP3kUkiC2V4cGlyeQY7BlRJIhgyMDE0LTAzLTA4IDAzOjA5OjE3BjsGVA%3D%3D--ad77f30691e2d968cc649a739b68c45ea6dd8419&ref=backer_project_update>

Engadget<http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-kickstarter/>

QuadStick controller opens up PS3, PC and Android titles to quadriplegic
gamers<http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-kickstarter/>
Wired <http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2014-02/05/quadstick>

QuadStick controller takes to Kickstarter, makes gaming accessible to
quadriplegics <http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2014-02/05/quadstick>
PhysOrg <http://phys.org/news/2014-02-quadstick-quadriplegic-gamers.html>

QuadStick controller says Go for quadriplegic
gamers<http://phys.org/news/2014-02-quadstick-quadriplegic-gamers.html>
/r/Games<http://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1x4gax/quadstick_a_game_controller_for_quadriplegics/>


A Game Controller for
Quadriplegics<http://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1x4gax/quadstick_a_game_controller_for_quadriplegics/>
VG24/7<http://www.vg247.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-takes-to-kickstarter-makes-gaming-accessible-to-quadriplegics/>

QuadStick controller takes to Kickstarter, makes gaming accessible to
quadriplegics<http://www.vg247.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-takes-to-kickstarter-makes-gaming-accessible-to-quadriplegics/>
Ubergizmo<http://www.ubergizmo.com/2014/02/quadstick-could-make-gaming-possible-for-the-mobility-impaired/>

QuadStick Could Make Gaming Possible For The Mobility
Impaired<http://www.ubergizmo.com/2014/02/quadstick-could-make-gaming-possible-for-the-mobility-impaired/>
Pocket-lint<http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/127032-quadstick-controller-brings-ps3-pc-xbox-one-360-and-android-gaming-to-quadriplegic-gamers>

QuadStick controller brings PS3, PC, Xbox One, 360 and Android gaming to
quadriplegic gamers<http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/127032-quadstick-controller-brings-ps3-pc-xbox-one-360-and-android-gaming-to-quadriplegic-gamers>
Hot Hardware<http://hothardware.com/News/QuadStick-Game-Controller-Keeps-Quadriplegic-Gamers-Competitive/>

QuadStick Game Controller Keeps Quadriplegic Gamers
Competitive<http://hothardware.com/News/QuadStick-Game-Controller-Keeps-Quadriplegic-Gamers-Competitive/>
EuroGamer.net<http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-02-05-quadstick-controller-lets-quadriplegics-play-complex-games>

QuadStick controller lets quadriplegics play complex
games<http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-02-05-quadstick-controller-lets-quadriplegics-play-complex-games>

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From barrie.ellis at oneswitch.org.uk  Mon Feb 10 03:51:56 2014
From: barrie.ellis at oneswitch.org.uk (Barrie Ellis)
Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2014 08:51:56 +0000
Subject: [games_access] FW: Project Update #2: QuadStick: A Game
 Controller for Quadriplegics by Fred Davison
In-Reply-To: <CAEdM-4KNvVgVrzjLoUP5mwfwCghZX_a3N2yRTQ7RzjKgo2-n0Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <52f59fddc05ca_6a003f9004309ea8190087@ip-10-149-5-30.mail>
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Also, video here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLRiKn6zbjU

The comment on Quadstick and COD players tickled me.






On 10 February 2014 08:47, Barrie Ellis <barrie.ellis at oneswitch.org.uk>wrote:

> Tons of coverage for this one (see below). Hope Ken's happy with the
> outcome. Hard to let go, I bet.
>
>
> http://switchgaming.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/quadstick-kickstarter-and-call-for.html
>
> Good to see you've got well behind it too, Steve. Great news.
>
> Barrie
>
>
> Project Update #2: Word is getting out, thanks to you
> <http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/227850484/quadstick-a-game-controller-for-quadriplegics/posts/741790?at=BAh7CDoMcG9zdF9pZGkDnlELSSIIdWlkBjoGRVRpAzP3kUkiC2V4cGlyeQY7BlRJIhgyMDE0LTAzLTA4IDAzOjA5OjE3BjsGVA%3D%3D--ad77f30691e2d968cc649a739b68c45ea6dd8419&ref=backer_project_update>
>
> Posted by Fred Davison *? Like *<http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/227850484/quadstick-a-game-controller-for-quadriplegics/posts/741790/like?at=BAh7CDoMcG9zdF9pZGkDnlELSSIIdWlkBjoGRVRpAzP3kUkiC2V4cGlyeQY7BlRJIhgyMDE0LTAzLTA4IDAzOjA5OjE3BjsGVA%3D%3D--ad77f30691e2d968cc649a739b68c45ea6dd8419&ref=backer_project_update>
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>  Engadget<http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-kickstarter/>
>
> QuadStick controller opens up PS3, PC and Android titles to quadriplegic
> gamers<http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-kickstarter/>
> Wired <http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2014-02/05/quadstick>
>
> QuadStick controller takes to Kickstarter, makes gaming accessible to
> quadriplegics <http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2014-02/05/quadstick>
> PhysOrg <http://phys.org/news/2014-02-quadstick-quadriplegic-gamers.html>
>
> QuadStick controller says Go for quadriplegic gamers<http://phys.org/news/2014-02-quadstick-quadriplegic-gamers.html>
> /r/Games<http://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1x4gax/quadstick_a_game_controller_for_quadriplegics/>
>
>
> A Game Controller for Quadriplegics<http://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1x4gax/quadstick_a_game_controller_for_quadriplegics/>
> VG24/7<http://www.vg247.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-takes-to-kickstarter-makes-gaming-accessible-to-quadriplegics/>
>
> QuadStick controller takes to Kickstarter, makes gaming accessible to
> quadriplegics<http://www.vg247.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-takes-to-kickstarter-makes-gaming-accessible-to-quadriplegics/>
> Ubergizmo<http://www.ubergizmo.com/2014/02/quadstick-could-make-gaming-possible-for-the-mobility-impaired/>
>
> QuadStick Could Make Gaming Possible For The Mobility Impaired<http://www.ubergizmo.com/2014/02/quadstick-could-make-gaming-possible-for-the-mobility-impaired/>
> Pocket-lint<http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/127032-quadstick-controller-brings-ps3-pc-xbox-one-360-and-android-gaming-to-quadriplegic-gamers>
>
> QuadStick controller brings PS3, PC, Xbox One, 360 and Android gaming to
> quadriplegic gamers<http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/127032-quadstick-controller-brings-ps3-pc-xbox-one-360-and-android-gaming-to-quadriplegic-gamers>
> Hot Hardware<http://hothardware.com/News/QuadStick-Game-Controller-Keeps-Quadriplegic-Gamers-Competitive/>
>
> QuadStick Game Controller Keeps Quadriplegic Gamers Competitive<http://hothardware.com/News/QuadStick-Game-Controller-Keeps-Quadriplegic-Gamers-Competitive/>
> EuroGamer.net<http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-02-05-quadstick-controller-lets-quadriplegics-play-complex-games>
>
> QuadStick controller lets quadriplegics play complex games<http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-02-05-quadstick-controller-lets-quadriplegics-play-complex-games>
>
> *? Like *<http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/227850484/quadstick-a-game-controller-for-quadriplegics/posts/741790/like?at=BAh7CDoMcG9zdF9pZGkDnlELSSIIdWlkBjoGRVRpAzP3kUkiC2V4cGlyeQY7BlRJIhgyMDE0LTAzLTA4IDAzOjA5OjE3BjsGVA%3D%3D--ad77f30691e2d968cc649a739b68c45ea6dd8419&ref=backer_project_update>*Comment
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From thomas at westin.nu  Mon Feb 10 07:41:01 2014
From: thomas at westin.nu (Thomas Westin)
Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2014 13:41:01 +0100
Subject: [games_access] QuadStick controller opens up PS3,
	PC and Android titles to quadriplegic gamers (video)
In-Reply-To: <CABrM+MXWfzcMOQo5-zYFY7P6G-Yonq0K9XM=4Xjj133uAVQQDw@mail.gmail.com>
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Great!

/Thomas

10Feb 2014 kl. 00:05 skrev Steve Spohn <steve at ablegamers.com>:

> You should notice some familiarity in the video. ;)
> 
> Also expect a PR from AbleGamers about this. 
> 
> Ken was my hero. His work will live on through Fred and AG will be there :)
> 
> 
> On Sun, Feb 9, 2014 at 6:00 PM, Thomas Westin <thomas at westin.nu> wrote:
> http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/05/quadstick-controller-kickstarter/
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> Download information for Engadget at http://www.engadget.com/apps/
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> Kind regards,
> Thomas
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From brannonz at microsoft.com  Tue Feb 11 15:13:13 2014
From: brannonz at microsoft.com (Brannon Zahand)
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 2014 20:13:13 +0000
Subject: [games_access] Anyone going to CSUN? (Brannon Zahand)
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I'll be there Tuesday through Friday evening. If anyone is in town and is interested in meeting up for a drink or something, let me know. I'll be manning a booth in the convention hall during the day.

Brannon Zahand | DSC Business Operations | brannonz at microsoft.com<mailto:brannonz at microsoft.com> | Gamertag: Tenchi
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From: games_access-bounces at igda.org [mailto:games_access-bounces at igda.org] On Behalf Of Thomas Westin
Sent: Sunday, February 9, 2014 2:14 AM
To: IGDA Games Accessibility SIG Mailing List
Subject: Re: [games_access] Anyone going to CSUN? (Brannon Zahand)

Hi Brannon,

yes I'll be at GDC too!

Best regards,
Thomas

9Feb 2014 kl. 00:30 skrev Ian Hamilton <i_h at hotmail.com<mailto:i_h at hotmail.com>>:


Sadly not, I wanted to but it clashes with GDC.

How long are you in the area for Brannon? As we'll be in the same part of the world it would be great to meet up if possible, there are others from the list going to GDC too.
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