Xbox is celebrating the gaming and disability community, which comprises over 400 million players. Elle Vance, a software engineer for Xbox Player Services, shares her unique perspective as part of this community and the impact it has on her world view.
Xbox Honors Gaming and Disability Community
In a heartwarming move, Xbox is dedicating October to celebrate the gaming and disability community, a group that consists of over 400 million players worldwide.
Understanding the World Through a Different Perspective
Elle Vance, a software engineer II for Xbox Player Services, shares her unique perspective as a member of this community.
“I understand the world through a different perspective. Unlike most neurotypical people who understand the world from a top-down perspective; I start with a bottom-up approach, focusing first on the details.”
Her insights, along with more stories from the community, can be found on Xbox Wire.
Special Olympics Partnership and Community Support
Not only is Xbox celebrating the community, but they’re also taking steps to support it. This includes a partnership with the Special Olympics for the Gaming for Inclusion Esports tournament.
Additionally, Xbox is encouraging support for the gaming and disability community by offering the opportunity to donate points to relevant organizations.
Exploring Games Curated by the Community
In an effort to further highlight this community, Xbox is featuring games curated by the gaming and disability community. This initiative not only showcases the community’s taste but also their talent.
Feature Stories and More
Finally, Xbox is sharing feature stories about the gaming and disability community. This initiative aims to shed light on the experiences and achievements of these gamers.
With these efforts, Xbox is not only celebrating the gaming and disability community, but also fostering a more inclusive environment for all gamers.
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