“Games are not played by any particular type of person. They don’t favour any class gender or ethnicity. Whoever you are, your place at the table is your birth right.”
(How playing Games Changed the World and can Change You, 0000)
WHO WE ARE
Unplugged Games is built on over 30 years of combined experience working with families and communities. The business is driven by a mission to create lasting social impact through the joy and connection fostered by travel, tabletop, and board games. Its innovative model reinvests profits from sales and services to support a variety of community-focused initiatives, ensuring that the benefits of gaming reach those who need it most.
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Vision and Mission
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Vision:
To create a community where games foster social connection, creativity, and learning across ages and settings.
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Mission:
To promote inclusive and accessible gaming through events, rentals, and education, enabling communities to reconnect and to employ games as development tools.
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Our Values​
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Unplugged Games is dedicated to creating a positive social impact through the joy of traditional games. Guided by a strong set of values, the organisation ensures its mission is reflected in every aspect of its services and community initiatives:
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Inclusivity: Unplugged Games ensures that tabletop gaming is accessible to everyone. By offering a diverse range of games for all ages and abilities, providing tailored guidance, range of community locations, understanding of marginalized communities and ensuring affordability through fair pricing, rentals, and donations.
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Social Connection: Strengthening relationships and building community ties is at the heart of Unplugged Games. By encouraging shared, screen-free activities, the organisation brings people together in meaningful ways.
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Empowerment: Through the power of play, Unplugged Games supports individuals in developing key life skills like resilience, problem-solving, and critical thinking, empowering them to thrive.
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Wellbeing: The organisation prioritises mental and emotional health, offering opportunities for personal growth, mindfulness, and stress relief while showcasing the cognitive and emotional benefits of gaming.
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Sustainability: Unplugged Games advocates for eco-friendly practices by promoting compact, durable games and encouraging sustainable choices within communities.
WHAT WE DO
Empowering Connections, Fostering Growth &
Building Communities Through Play
Our Social Purpose and Impact
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Unplugged Games exists to create inclusive, engaging, and affordable opportunities for individuals, families, and communities to connect and thrive through the joy of gaming. The organisation’s work is designed to:
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Foster Social Connection: Strengthen relationships and create community bonds through shared fun experiences.​
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Enhance Mental Wellbeing: Promote emotional resilience, confidence, and mindfulness through games that reduce stress and encourage personal growth.​
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Empower Families and Communities: Reduce financial barriers by offering affordable, carefully curated games and providing resources to help families make informed choices.​
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Promote Lifelong Learning: Use games as tools for creativity, skill-building, and educational development, especially for children, in an interactive and enjoyable way.​
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Support Under-Resourced Groups: Expand access to games by donating to schools, hospices, and community centres and holding workshops at local companies like cafes and community spaces to promote the use and have a positive impact on their income. ​
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Encourage Sustainability: Promote environmentally conscious gaming through the use of compact, durable games that minimize waste and environmental impact.
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By blending these values with a sustainable and community-focused business model, Unplugged Games aims to improve lives, foster connection, and celebrate the universal joy of play while making a lasting impact on the wellbeing of communities.
WAYS WE DO IT
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MOBILE TABLETOP GAMES PLAY
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EVENTS IN LOCAL COMPANY AND COMMUNITY SETTINGS​​
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FREE INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
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AFFORDABLE, INFORMED, SUSTAINABLE GAMES FOR SALE
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PROVIDE GAMES TO CHARITIES, COMMUNITY LOCATIONS
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