Gaming the Mind Conference 2026

A one-day conference exploring the intersection of video games and mental health, with talks, panels and poster presentations from clinicians and game developers.

This day-long conference brings together experts in mental health and game development to discuss how video games and wellbeing intersect. The programme includes talks and panel discussions on co-developing games between clinicians and developers, using video games as clinical tools, and common perceptions and misconceptions around gaming. The event also features poster presentations of emerging research and a presentation celebrating up-and-coming developers, with a hybrid format allowing online participation.