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"Thank you to all those who participated in this year's Gaming for Inclusion event. The 2024 event has now concluded. If you are an athlete or Unified partner who is interested in getting involved with gaming, please email us at: gamingforinclusion@specialolympics.org"
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In the News

Xbox Celebrates Accessibility in Gaming with New Adaptive Joystick and Continued Support for Special Olympics

The following is an excerpt from Microsoft’s Xbox Wire titled, “Xbox Celebrates Accessibility in Gaming with New Adaptive Joystick and Continued Support for Special Olympics.”
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Gaming for Inclusion Covered by Microsoft Unlocked

The Special Olympics and Microsoft join Gaming For Inclusion tournament was covered by Microsoft Unlocked in an article titled Casting Confidence.
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In the News

Forbes Covers Partnership Between Xbox and Special Olympics to Present Gaming for Inclusion 2023

The following is an excerpt from an article titled Xbox, Special Olympics Executives Talk Ongoing Partnership, Inclusivity In Gaming, More In New Interview published by Forbes.
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The tournaments will offer machine captioning in English, as well as live American Sign Language and human-driven Audio Descriptions.

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Excited for another Gaming for Inclusion Showcase?

We're partnering with @SpecialOlympics to bring it back for another year! Don't miss out on all the action and fun. Tune in to the Xbox Twitch or YouTube channels on October 5!
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Xbox Celebrates Accessibility in Gaming with New Adaptive Joystick and Continued Support for Special Olympics

At Xbox, we believe that gaming is for everyone. Our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility drives us to create experiences that resonate with all players, including those in the Gaming & Disability Community.