Game your way to emotional stability

Gaming is a fun way to build a deep connection with our children and teach them to cope with big emotions..

 Kids can use sensory gaming to make a wheel of awareness, learning how to treat their thoughts and feelings like senses—fleeting and temporary. This activity helps them develop emotional, social and cognitive skills, making them resilient humans with good mental health.

The gaming element is instrumental because it exposes children to different experiences that shape their brain development, boosts self-awareness and teaches them about the world around them (1).

Unlock the senses with Blind Legend.

The first ever video game without video.

Blind Legend has no video, so your ears will replace your eyes. This game uses binaural 3D sound, an innovative sensory experience, to guide children through the adventures of Edward Blake, the famous blind knight. It’s the perfect game for kids aged 12 and over.

Developer: DOWYNO

Empathy: the building block of emotional intelligence.

For children, empathy is an essential part of learning to manage big emotions. Developing it is crucial for making friends, showing compassion and helping others. Empathy is more than being able to sense other people’s emotions; it’s about putting yourself in their shoes and understanding their point of view instead of just your own (2).

Play your heart out with Prism

A digital game that fosters empathy in neurotypical children.

Prism helps children aged between eight and ten empathise with their autistic peers. The game includes guided discussions explaining how it relates to everyday life. And it’s free to play. So, dive in and learn more about how Prism enhances empathy for autism.

Developer: Carnegie Mellon University

Cultivate Compassion to improve your child’s mental health.

Compassion is the force that connects us as humans. Not to be confused with empathy, we feel compassion when we see others suffer and want to step up and help (3).

Research shows that compassion leads to greater happiness and lower depression, helps us connect with others, and boosts self-worth (4).

A study published in the BJPsych Advances journal shows that compassion-focused therapy (CFT) improves therapy results and overall mental health (5).

Gaming with Compassion.

Sky: Children of the Light cultivates compassion and kindness.

Sky: Children of the Light is an innovative game that encourages players to collaborate and spread kindness (5).

The game is known for its calming and meditative gameplay, soothing music, and visuals (5). Watch the game’s trailer to learn more.

Developer: That Game Company