Beyond Games: Games and Healthcare
THIS FREE ONLINE EVENT IS SPONSORED BY STAFFORDSHIRE LONDON - BOOK A PLACE ON THEIR GAMES COURSES TODAY
Beyond Games is a FREE monthly online event series from Into Games that explores how game development is shaping and transforming other industries.
This month, discover how game development is driving innovation in health and wellbeing. With a keynote talk and a selection of high-quality panel guests, we'll cover;
How are games currently being used in healthcare, rehabilitation, or mental health support
What evidence exists that games improve patient outcomes?
How do developers work with clinicians to design effective health-focused games
What tools, engines, or platforms are best for health applications
What career pathways exist for developers interested in health tech or serious games
What funding or partnerships are available for health-focused game projects
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Guests:
Ross O’Brien: Ross is a Digital Health Growth Advisor with expertise in scaling companies in the UK in AI and Immersive Healthcare sectors.
Ross is the former MD of WYSA for the UK and Europe. Wysa is the world leader in AI mental health support with 6 million users across 95 countries. Ross worked within the NHS as a Provider and Commissioner of Services for over 13 years, exiting as an Innovation Director.
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Maxwell Scott Slade: Maxwell is the co-founder of GLITCHERS, an Edinburgh-based games studio creating titles at the intersection of entertainment, science, and health. Starting in independent game development, Maxwell worked on viral hits before pivoting to “games with purpose.” His projects now span neuroscience, dementia, and mental health, combining engaging gameplay with robust scientific research.
He co-created Sea Hero Quest, a mobile game that generated the world’s largest dataset on spatial navigation, aiding Alzheimer’s research globally. Maxwell’s vision is to make GLITCHERS the Fitbit for your brain - empowering individuals to monitor cognitive health through interactive technology.
This event is organised by Into Games - the social mobility charity for the UK games sector. Visit our website for more information.
Staffordshire University London has kindly sponsored the event. Staffordshire has been named the UK's number 1 for games development and offers a range of industry-focused courses for learners who want to succeed in the sector. Book your place at an open day today.