I think what makes a game interesting and engaging is what does it teach and inspire, how original it is, the rules, the simplicity, and pacing

Some elements and concepts from the games that I studied, that could influence games for the elderly, are the cognitive aspects requiring the players to pay close attention and think thoroughly, and its simple rules but many possibilities and even the shape of the game board and pieces itself

For the last bit of the museum where we could play against an AI in chess or chinese chess, I feel what made it especially interesting was that the AI could be customised, that it is an interactive player on the board, and how the AI had to be reactivated again after each turn

I think what makes a game meaningful & engaging is uniqueness. What makes this game unique is that each player has a different objective, therefore needing different strategies in order to win, which is typically not seen in these ancient games and therefore makes it stand out from the rest. Another thing is simplicity of the game; having players quickly grasp the concept of the game allows people of different background and age to bond.

I think an idea that can be included in our game is having elements that are familiar to the elderly so that they feel more of a connection to the game; these elements can include things that they’ve seen or heard many times in their life like marbles and the sound that it makes.

With technology being integrated into these games, we can make the mundane aspects of the game more engaging, eye-catching or convenient; a common example is a digital scoreboard that can keep track of your score automatically, or when you manage to capture the opponent’s piece, it makes a noise, making it more immersive or even nostalgic.

I feel that what makes a game interesting is the feeling it give you when you play the game. An example is the game GO. I was playing it with some friends and discovered that I really enjoy playing the game. It made me think into specifics and strategies deeply, as well as gave me that adrenaline that I used to love with computer games. It is probably a way that friends can make memories together.

I feel the simplicity of the game makes it easy to catch up and understand. I also think that elderlies have a tendency to watch someone play and think along with the players other than playing it themselves which is probably why stratergy games are more played among the older generation, things like chinese/international chess, GO, majong and more.

There wasnt much technological features to the game itself as it was a traditional game but I played a bit of the game with an AI robot and it was my first time experiencing playing against an AI character before in real life. Its a technological tool that will really assist people who dont know how to play to play the game.

I think what makes a game meaningful and engaging is mainly the meaning behind the game or why it was created. Most of the games we saw at ACM had a very long history behind them on why they were created for example for religious reasons or just for fun

I can use things that feel familiar to them like using marbles or icons that look like old poker cards or mahjong tiles so it feel familiar to them even though it is something new

There isnt technology used in the one i chose but The technological features or tools can be used to act as opponents like in the museum where they had bots to play weiqi and chess. This can help the players feel more confident in playing the game as they can play to practice.

To make a game meaningful and engaging, it has to have a clear goal to work towards, gameplay that can vary in difficulty and social interaction with others all of these factors make a game more fun and exciting that excites and invites players to play again and again

Elements such as cultural and religous meaning behind it resonates well with the elderly of today as most of them grew up with principles from these elements so it may become more emotionally attaching for them

The tools that contributed to the interactive aspects of the games are the twists that can occur at any moment - such as the snakes in the ancient snakes and ladders game.

It is meaningful because it is culturally rooted and connects players through shared traditions and social interactions. It is engaging because its strategic and social elements as the players must use their memory, observation and communication to keep them active.

It encourage multiplayer for elderly to play with their friends so that it can connect with them. Cherki physical cards engage touch, in future design can design larger cards or any components so that is easy to hold.

It can change to touchscreen versions to make it easier for seniors to play as they can adjust text size and can have voice guidance.

I think what makes a game interesting is the story behind it. A story that gives meaning and purpose to the game play. Even a simple game such as snake and ladder can become more engaging when it connects emotionally with the players as it teaches the player morals and values behind the game too as it reflects something relatable in their lives.

Future game design for elderly can be inspired by things from their early days, like using materials such as wood or fabric or even adding similar sounds or visuals that could bring back memories. The game should be simple yet meaningful for these elderly, focuses on the storytelling and togetherness instead of treating it as a competition.

For this game, there was not much technological aspects involved but with the advance technology, we can now use modern tools to make it interactive such as maybe using it can have random dice rolls , light up LED when a player moves. Sensors can also be used to detect movement on board and maybe a small screen to show player’s progress.

The object that caught my attention are the circular playing cards from Hong Kong (1970s–1980s). It stood out due to their unique blend of cultural heritage and Western gameplay. Their circular form makes them visually distinct while maintaining familiar suits and values. Observing such objects highlights how design can balance tradition and innovation. The tactile paper texture, compact size, and circular edges encourage comfortable handling.

A meaningful game balances clear goals, emotional connection, and social interaction. It must provide challenges that stimulate thought and skill without overwhelming the players. From some of the games I saw in the exhibition, it included storytelling.

I feel that games evoking nostalgia or encourage storytelling make experiences more personal and rewarding for elderly players. When a game draws from familiar cultural symbols, traditional art styles, or memories from the past (like the circular Hong Kong playing cards) it can spark reminiscence and emotional connection.

I feel that with technology games are made more interactive, accessible, and adaptable. Features such as touchscreens, sensors, etc enhances engagement. I also feel that large interfaces and voice control features can reduce barriers that elderly face for example, restricted movement, poor sight/hearing.

Personally, what makes a game meaningful is the story and details behind it. Most of the games found in the exhibition holds a story of how and why it is originated, resulting in the game product being detailed. Such as the shatranj islamic chess whereby the aniconic tradition influenced the design of the game to follow the Islam traditions. Games with a story behinds it makes it meaningful to play as there is a purpose and reason to it. What makes games engaging is the rules and gameplay of it. For example, chess requires alot of thinking and face reading which I feel that it engages a person to continuosly play the game. Without rules and an interesting gameplay or outcome from a game, it would not engage people to play them.

Some possible ideas and elements that could inspire future designs for the elderly are cultural storytelling whereby a game incorporates cultural motifs to evoke nostalgia and emeotional connection, social bonding to encourage interaction for reducing isolation, and simplified strategy to make the game accessible without making it overwhelming for them.

Voice-assisted play can be one technological features or tools contributed to contribute to interactive aspects of the game. Not only would it be interactive but it is also accessible for those with limited vision. Besides that, augmented reality can also help to enhance interaction as it can give players to visualize moves or strategies.

The item that caught my attention the most was of the many different detailed iterations for chess pieces compared to what they look like now

I think what makes a traditional game meaningful and engaging is that players have to be strategic and think carefully before making a move, and that there are often multiple strategies one can use to win.

some elements that could inspire future designs are things like icons and symbols that are familiar to them so they will feel somewhat familiar with the game and textures for better grip

the ai was able to play with humans physcially as a robot and not just through a screen which makes it feel more tangible and engaging.

I think that a game can feel meaningful for many reasons beyond fun and challenge. It may help players express themselves, relax, learn, or feel a sense of mastery. Games can create emotional bonds, connect people through community, or carry personal or cultural memories.

What makes this game meaningful and engaging are the beautifully illustrated japanese card that has their classical art and calligraphy, making it very aesthetically appealing. Additionally, the japanese poem that is used as a queue has been passed down from generations. This makes it very culturally rooted, providing a sense of nostalgia.

This game caught my attention because it requires both memorization and reflex, prompting more stimulation and excitement. The competitive nature of the game alongside, the use of reciting the japanese poem as a queue makes it very culturally rooted.

There really isnt any usage of technology in this game. However, with the usage of technology in this game, it can be more immersive, intense and convenient. An example of this could be using the sense of sight by assigning symbols for each to change it up a bit from the usual poem. Adding a sound effec for each card when it is taken away may also be good to make it more intense and exciting.

I think what makes a game meaningful and engaging is that it has a perfect blend of fun and competitiveness. That blend allows players to bond and communicate, while showcasing their skill and luck to keep the experience fair and exciting. Having a form of storytelling or nostalgia element also creates the game more enjoyable to play.

I feel having some nostalgic element can create the game more meaningful for the elderly as it creates a sense of comfort for them as it resonates well with them. Having a cooperative element also can help the elderly to not feel lonely and makes the game even more fun.

The technological feature that contributed to the game is an AI that can track your scores or even play against you. It provides efficiency to the game and creates a sense of competitiveness depending on your level

Congkak has always been one of my few favourite games and I feel like it is meaningful because it can be played anywhere. Back in the days, they would just play using sand and dig holes to create the game.

They are more focused on like fisherman or ocean designs because the originate story was they used to play this when there were out in the sea. I think it gives a sense of like nostalgia

All you need to play this game is marbles or maybe stones. Could be anything as long you have 98 of the same item to put in each houses.

I think what makes a game interesting and engaging is what it does to the people that play it, if it brings everyone who plays it closer together and if it changes mindsets towards games in general, where not everything is about winning or losing.

Elements and concepts that I think could influence the game designs for the elderly is the sense of community that they gain from playing these games, as now many elderly may feel alone or are lonely, playing these simple games that encourage this sense of community I think could be inspiration for future designs.

There isn't really any usage of tech in this game, but I think that tech can be easily incorporated into it. With technology, the game can be more immersive and convenient, an example would be to have this game not be limited to just 4 people but have it be public, where anyone can join in through their own devices, this brings about a bigger sense of community that this game already aims for.

i find this game interactive and interesting because it was automated and robotic

i think its a very easy way to teach elderly new games and rules as it is a regulated game, witb selected difficulty levels

i also like the pieces, as they are flat and non complicated i think that game pieces that are not complex is something i want to incorporate

I feel that what makes a game engaging and interesting is when it has a uniqueness to it, especially in each and every aspect of the design. The design of the chess pieces in the image above tells a story of the time it was created, making it engaging and interesting.

Some elements for the elderly can be tactile materials, nostalgic motifs, and mental activity

Some technological features that contributed to the interactive aspect of the chess pieces could be LED lights, or motion sensors to track moves.