Introducing my next project, Noddinggam, an interactive audio platform for the blind, busy, or just a little lazy. I am creating a headset that makes it possible to play interactive books and audio games using simple nods of the head. The custom headset and application is designed to interact via Bluetooth on your tablet or smartphone.
Players will be prompted for input during play. Some prompts ask for yes or no input where players can nod head up and down for "yes" and back and forth for "no." Where more options are available, players can "scroll" through options by tilting their heads left and right.
Beyond being a platform designed with the blind in mind, players can easily play while doing other things with their hands and eyes, be it cleaning, working, driving or even just relaxing under an umbrella on the beach. Level of interactivity depends on the book or game. I hope to develop a way to increase or decrease interactivity as well in the audiobooks and audio-only games, but that may be something for down the road a bit.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the first event for this project, Rules and Play.
Rules and Play is an exhibition of interactive installation art, running at the Living Arts and Science center from July 12-August 31, 2018. The event, hosted by game development collaborative group RunJumpDev, is in its third year. The event will run for around a month and a half, featuring a Gallery Hop showcase, as well as several workshops that will be offered through the Living Arts and Science Center.
I am looking for developers, writers, and anyone interested in making or participating in the creation of interactive audio-books and audio-only games for the platform.
I would also love to work with organizations for the blind or other special needs that might benefit from this medium. If interested please contact me using the link at the bottom of the page.
Thanks,
Shylo