2021
/ Toy Design
/ Board Game
/ Student
Amity
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PrizesWinner in Toy Design/Board Game
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Lead DesignerAmity Team
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Design TeamCallan McGill, Sophie Dukes, Hayley Stout, James Krasner
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Project Link
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Other creditBenjamin Kirkland, Elham Morshedzadeh
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UniversityVirginia Tech
This is Amity, the board game console designed to provide a fun shared experience between players and their loved ones. The board uses physical playing pieces and integrated video calling to provide meaningful engagement despite any distance.
Data shows that almost a quarter of adults over the age of 65 are considered to be socially isolated. Social isolation is associated with a 50% increased risk of dementia and other serious medical conditions.
Even though the players may be far apart, Amity brings people together over the shared experience of a friendly game.
Data shows that almost a quarter of adults over the age of 65 are considered to be socially isolated. Social isolation is associated with a 50% increased risk of dementia and other serious medical conditions.
Even though the players may be far apart, Amity brings people together over the shared experience of a friendly game.
Photo Credit: Amity Team
Credits: Benjamin Kirkland, Elham Morshedzadeh
