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Take a behind-the-scenes look at Xbox Game Camp Special Olympics 2025! On July 15th and 16th, nine Special Olympics athletes explored the world of game development, accessibility, and creative possibility at Xbox Game Studios. In partnership with the Inclusive Tech Lab, Mojang Studios (Minecraft), Microsoft MakeCode, Halo Studios, and Special Olympics, this custom Xbox Game Camp event introduced athletes to career paths in gaming from design and programming to QA and inclusive technology. The event celebrated the values of play, connection, and empowerment.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at Xbox Game Camp Special Olympics 2025! On July 15th and 16th, nine Special Olympics athletes explored the world of game development, accessibility, and creative possibility at Xbox Game Studios. In partnership with the Inclusive Tech Lab, Mojang Studios (Minecraft), Microsoft MakeCode, Halo Studios, and Special Olympics, this custom Xbox Game Camp event introduced athletes to career paths in gaming from design and programming to QA and inclusive technology. The event celebrated the values of play, connection, and empowerment.
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