{"id":4440,"date":"2025-06-26T22:37:27","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T22:37:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/labs.icahn.mssm.edu\/brycelab\/?page_id=4440"},"modified":"2025-06-30T16:38:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T16:38:27","slug":"adaptive-gaming-esports","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/labs.icahn.mssm.edu\/brycelab\/adaptive-gaming-esports\/","title":{"rendered":"Adaptive Gaming &amp; ESports"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adaptive Gaming Organizations<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ablegamers.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">AbleGamers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Able Gamers mission is to create opportunities that enable play for people with disabilities and improve their quality of life while prioritizing two core objectives: enabling people with disabilities to access video games with ease and empowering game creators and developers to design games with maximum accessibility.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/warfighterengaged.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Warfighter\u202fEngaged:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> A nonprofit that leads adaptive gaming clinics, workshops, and consulting open to veterans and civilians, and organizations worldwide.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thecontrollerproject.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Controller Project:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> A volunteer-driven initiative, created by AbleGamers that designs 3D-prints, and distributes free controller modifications such as modular joysticks, trigger extenders, single-handed grips, and leg-mounted mounts to gamers with physical disabilities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Adaptive Gaming Guides<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unitedspinal.org\/pdf\/Accessible_Gaming_Guide.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Accessible Gaming Guide:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> United Spinal\u2019s guide provides information on adaptive gaming options for individuals with spinal cord injuries, highlighting accessible controllers, devices, and software that help enhance the gaming experience. It also discusses the benefits of gaming for mental health, socialization, and skill development while offering financial assistance resources for purchasing adaptive equipment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gameaccess.info\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">GameAccess:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Powered by SpecialEffect, it is a comprehensive platform dedicated to improving the motor accessibility of video games. It offers an extensive library of resources from setup guides for adaptive controllers like Xbox Adaptive Controller and PS5 Access Controller to game-specific accessibility walkthroughs, software tool recommendations, and 141 instructional videos empowering gamers with physical disabilities to customize their setups.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamingreadapted.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gaming Readapted:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Gaming\u202fReadapted is a comprehensive online resource dedicated to adaptive video gaming, offering detailed guidance on selecting, setting up, and using a wide range of adaptive controllers and accessibility tools. Their site features step-by-step tutorials, console-specific setup tools, game recommendations, research insights, and a directory of support organizations. They also have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@gamingreadapted\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">YouTube<\/span><\/i><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"none\">channel with a variety of instructional videos and demonstrations of adaptive gaming styles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makersmakingchange.com\/s\/adaptive-gaming\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Makers Making Change (MMC):<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Leads Canada\u2019s open-source adaptive gaming efforts by connecting volunteer makers with individuals and clinics to build low-cost customizable assistive controllers and switches. Their adaptive gaming portal offers resources like<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/makersmakingchange.github.io\/GAME-Checkpoints\/_pages\/reference_guides\/\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">setup guides<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makersmakingchange.com\/s\/game-kit-landing-page\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">game kits<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">,<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\"> game <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/makersmakingchange.github.io\/GAME-Checkpoints\/\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Checkpoint toolkits<\/span><\/i><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and a<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makersmakingchange.com\/s\/category\/assistive-devices\/0ZGJR00000002Mn4AI?c__results_layout_state=%7B%22page_number%22%3A1%2C%22category_id%22%3A%220ZGJR00000002Mn4AI%22%2C%22refinements%22%3A%5B%7B%22nameOrId%22%3A%22Device_Category__c%22%2C%22type%22%3A%22DistinctValue%22%2C%22attributeType%22%3A%22Custom%22%2C%22values%22%3A%5B%22Gaming%22%5D%7D%5D%7D\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">library<\/span><\/i><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"none\">of over 200 open-source device designs (joysticks, assistive switches, mounts) compatible with the Xbox Adaptive Controller and other platforms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.specialeffect.org.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">SpecialEffect:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> A UK-based company dedicated to enabling people with disabilities to play video games through personalized, adapted technology. Their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@specialeffectcharity\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">YouTube<\/span><\/i><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"none\">channels offer guided demonstrations and how to guides.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Adaptive Gaming Groups<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quadgods.com\/about\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Quad Gods:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> They are the world\u2019s first all-quadriplegic E-Sports gaming team, breaking barriers and stereotypes. Assembled with the help of Drs. David Putrino and Angela Riccobono, these Mount Sinai spinal cord injury patients redefine what\u2019s possible in gaming. Check out their documentary <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/m.imdb.com\/title\/tt32139436\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">HERE<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unitedspinalga.org\/nerve-gaming\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Nerve Gaming:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> United Spinal Association of Georgia\u2019s esports program spawned Nerve Gaming. They feature gamers with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities who participate in community game nights, streaming, clip-of-the-week competitions, sharing equipment set-ups, individual and team coaching, and competitive tournaments.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">ESports Tournaments<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aet.gg\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Adaptive E-Sports Tournament:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Logitech has partnered with the Mount Sinai, AbleGamers Charity and Adaptive Action Sports to provide adaptive gamers with a professional series of esports tournaments featuring high stakes, bragging rights, and $30,000+ in cash &amp; prizes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/invite\/TkJDCEfhQa\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ByoWave Community:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Makers of the Proteus Controller, an accessible video game controller for disabled gamers, hosts on their discord server monthly gaming tournaments and events, where you can join in and win prizes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Adaptive Gaming Forums<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/disabledgamers\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Disable Gamers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">: A subreddit community dedicated to supporting and connecting gamers with disabilities through discussions about adaptive hardware, software, accessibility tips, and game mechanics.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/invite\/UBBcDpFzcT\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">DisabledGamers:<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> This discord community empowers disabled gamers, streamers, through adaptive tech, mental-health resources, and peer networking.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you would like your resource link featured on our website please fill out this <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/u\/1\/d\/1jG3Mwcb2WBuSBP-uA1o0ESQ2N-ab9LvdU-PPmJ38f-M\/edit\"><strong>FORM<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:\u00a0<\/strong>Linking to publications, materials or websites of other organizations or entities does not constitute endorsement by Mount Sinai of such publications, materials or websites. 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