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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🎮 The full CHI PLAY 2026 program is LIVE! You can now: 📅 Build your own schedule 🔎 Browse sessions, presentations & events ♿ Check the accessibility FAQs 👉 Explore the full program: programs.sigchi.org/chiplay/2026 📅 Nov 2–5, 2026 • York, UK #CHIPLAY #CHIPLAY2026 #SIGCHI

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🎮 CHI PLAY 2026 is getting closer! York is a pretty fitting home for us: 🏰 2,000 years of history, 🎨 UK’s only UNESCO City of Media Arts, and a uni with a strong research tradition in digital games. 🎟️ Register now: chiplay.acm.org/2026/registr... 📅 Nov 2–5 • York, UK #CHIPLAY #CHIPLAY2026 #SIGCHI

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Workshop 6/6: Playing with Constraints: Designing Inclusive Games and Controllers This workshop invites the CHI PLAY community to play with constraints and conceptualize games that enable forms of play beyond conventional patterns. biglab.co.uk/event/playin...

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Workshop 5/6: Envisioning and Co-Creating Generative AI for Future Creative Workers in Gaming This workshop gathers creative workers across gaming to envision how generative AI should be designed to support future work while mitigating AI’s potential risks. sites.google.com/view/chiplay...

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

For the first time, we're going dual track, and Monday is packed: 🎮️ IGGI @ CHI PLAY Showcase 📊 Smart Data Donation Service 🌙 Opening Keynote, Welcoming Reception and more. 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/program... #chiplay2026 #sigchi @acm-sigchi.bsky.social @iggi-phd.bsky.social @sdruk.bsky.social

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Reminder that early bird registration closes on *August 28th*! Please register ASAP if you get the chance!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Workshop 4/6: The World is the Data: Exploring Tabletop Role-Playing Games as Methods for Worldbuilding, Speculative Inquiry, and Social Connection This workshop investigates TTRPGs as research methods. Participants will develop a roadmap for future research on TTRPGs. ttrpgchiplay.itch.io

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TTRPGs as Research Methods

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Workshop 3/6: Love in Games: Exploring Emotional Connections with Characters This workshop addresses a critical gap in Game Studies by inviting participants to engage with the concept of love in games. Sign up when you register for the conference!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Workshop 2/6: Open Problems and Future Directions in Games Research: An Industry-Academic Workshop This half-day workshop creates a space for participants across academia and industry to collectively shape future research directions for the field. Sign up when you register for CHI PLAY!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Workshop 1/6: Playful Interactions Reimagined: Technological Innovations for Inclusive and Connective Play Using design thinking methods, participants will ideate on inclusive and connective play, sparking novel, curiosity-driven research collaborations. Apply at: pir2026workshop.cmentowski.com

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Playful Interactions Reimagined | CHI PLAY 2026 Workshop

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

📢This year’s #CHIPLAY2026 will feature SIX exciting workshops for you to participate or attend! For more information and the individual submission links check: chiplay.acm.org/2026/accepte... We will be posting more information about each workshop throughout the week, so stay tuned! #sigchi #acm

Workshops live! Read more about the workshop details at: chiplay.acm.org/2026/accepted-workshops/

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

CHI PLAY 2026 is taking place in York, England! Fun fact: York was founded by the Romans around 2000 years ago, then became a Viking city and still has a medieval center surrounded by defensive walls. We are looking forward to seeing you there! #chiplay #chiplay2026 @acm-sigchi.bsky.social

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WHETHER THIS IS YOUR FIRST VISIT OR YOU'RE RETURNING TO
YORK, WE HOPE YOU ENJOY ITS MEDIEVAL STREETS, VIBRANT
CAFES AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE.

ENJOY THE CONFERENCE AND HAVE FUN EXPLORING! -

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

🎉 Registration for CHI PLAY 2026 is now open! Whether you're presenting or attending, we hope to see you there! 🐦 Early Bird ends August 28. 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/registr... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

Registration is now open! Early bird deadline: August 28th, 2026 (AoE)

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🙌 Student Volunteer applications for CHI PLAY 2026 are now open! Join the CHI PLAY team in person or virtually, help make the conference happen, and receive complimentary conference registration. 📅 Apply by August 5 (AoE) 📝 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

CHI PLAY authors! Full paper notifications are out now! Thank you to all the authors, ACs, and reviewers who participated!

Thank you to all FP authors, ACs, and reviewers. Congratulations to all accepted authors!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Heads up, CHI PLAY authors: companion track submissions and full paper revisions are due TODAY at AoE time! Please make sure to get all your materials in, including alt text, demo videos, and other supplementary files!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

What is the Connections track at CHI PLAY 2026? Submit proposals for engaging and interactive events, such as Courses, Panels, Fireside chats, Workshops, and more by June 3, 2026! 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/connect... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

What is the Doctoral Consortium at CHI PLAY 2026? A forum for PhD students to present and discuss their research, receive feedback, and engage with peers. If you are a PhD student seeking feedback, submit by June 3, 2026! 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/doctora... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

What is the Perspectives on Play track? The track aims to spark engagement within the CHI PLAY community and adjacent spaces. If you have a unique perspective, this track is for you! Submit by June 3rd, 2026! 🔗https://chiplay.acm.org/2026/perspectives-on-play/ #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

What is the SGDC at CHI PLAY 2026? A juried competition for student-created games, looking for work that pushes the boundaries of game design and explores new forms of play. If you want to showcase your game, submit by June 3, 2026! 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/student... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

CHI PLAY 2026 received 276 full paper submissions (~70% increase from 2025). We’ve shared insights from the first review round. Thanks to all ACs & reviewers! 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/2026/04... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

What is the WiP track at CHI PLAY 2026? This track encourages submissions describing late-breaking advances and in-progress reports from ongoing research. If you have an interesting project in-progress, submit before June 3, 2026! 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/work-in... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

⏳ One week left to apply as WiP Associate Chair (AC)!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

What is the Interactivity track at CHI PLAY 2026? For hands-on experiences: games, and interactive systems designed to be explored at the conference. If interaction is central to your contribution, submit until June 3, 2026! 🔗 chiplay.acm.org/2026/interac... #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

CHI PLAY 2026 is looking for WiP Associate Chairs! This role is particularly suitable for researchers nearing PhD completion or beyond with CHI / CHI PLAY experience. 📝 Apply here: forms.gle/ZQVovomhXH34... 📅 Application DL: May 7th (AoE) #CHIPLAY #chiplay2026 #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

The CfP for CHI PLAY's Companion Proceedings (WIP, Perspectives on Play, Student Game Design Competition, Interactivity, Connections, Doctoral Consortium) is now live! Submissions are due June 3rd, 2026, 23:59 AoE. Please consult the flowchart to see which track may be most appropriate for you!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

CHI PLAY submitters! Just a heads up that submissions will be closing at AoE today. Please make sure to get all your materials uploaded to PCS!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

✨Full paper submissions for CHI PLAY 2026 are now open via PCS! Submit at: new.precisionconference.com/submissions (Select SIGCHI ➡️ CHI PLAY 2026) Deadline: February 18, 2026 (AoE) Conference: York, UK, Nov 2-5, 2026 We're looking forward to your submissions! #chiplay2026 #chiplay #sigchi

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Just a reminder that the volunteer form for #chiplay2026 Associate Chair is closing tomorrow! Please consider filling out the form if you're interested in being an AC!

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

We have published the Call for Papers for #CHIPLAY2026! CHI PLAY 2026 will take place November 2-5 in York, United Kingdom. Deadline for Full Paper Submissions is February 18, 2026 (23:59 AoE). The full call is available here: chiplay.acm.org/2026/full-pa... @acm-sigchi.bsky.social #chiplay

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

You saw the panel, now mark your calendars! Join @cmuctp.bsky.social for Meaningful Play Fall 2026. Meaningful Play brings together academics, game designers, and educators to explore how games and play can change people’s lives. Learn more 👉 cmu.edu/ctp/conferences/meaningful-play.html

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Meaningful Play - Center for Transformational Play - Carnegie Mellon University

The Center for Transformational Play for presents Meaningful Play 2026, hosted by Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh in partnership with Michigan State University

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

After CHI PLAY is before CHI PLAY: We are happy to announce that #chiplay2026 will be held in York, England! The website is now live: chiplay.acm.org/2026/ And if you want to already get in the mood for CHIPLAY 2026, check out this teaser:

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CHI Play 2026 trailer

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Thank you to all who participated in CHI PLAY 2025! Your contributions are shaping the future of player-computer interaction. Stay turned for details dropping this week about next year’s event! 🧑‍💻💾⛹️ #chiplay #chiplay2025

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

CHI PLAY's Work In Progress (WIP) contributions provide a unique opportunity for authors to present reports on original yet incomplete work that seeks to advance our current knowledge in games and play through innovative or thought-provoking ideas. Great work all who presented! tinyurl.com/y27zs65w

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

CHI PLAY 2025 is underway! For registration, workshop, and other location and schedule information, visit tinyurl.com/y27zs65w Have a playful week! 🏁🤾🎉 #ACMSIGCHI #chiplay #chiplay2025

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

We're excited to share that the PACM issue containing full papers that will be presented at CHI PLAY 2025 has just gone online 👉 dl.acm.org/toc/pacmhci/... #chiplay #chiplay2025

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

It’s not too late to sign up to be a #CHIPLAY2025 session chair! You can volunteer in one or multiple roles to introduce speakers, host a Q&A, or moderate online discussions. For the full details and to sign up, visit the CHI PLAY 2025 Session Chair Recruitment Form: 👉 tinyurl.com/m3cjz725

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

🎺Fanfare please for Jesse Schell who will deliver “News from the Future: Videogames from 2026 to 2035” as the exhibition keynote at #chiplay2025. Jesse is the founder and CEO of Schell Games and a Professor of the Practice of Entertainment Technology @cmu.edu. Learn more: tinyurl.com/yeyruyke

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

We’re delighted to announce that Katie Salen will deliver “Care(full) Play: Rethinking What Makes Play Meaningful” as the opening keynote address at #chiplay2025. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdfs8n43 @acm-sigchi.bsky.social

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Attending CHI PLAY 2025? Sign up to be a session chair! You can volunteer in one or multiple roles: 📃Paper session chair ⌨️Online commentary session chair 🏗️Work-in-progress session chair For the full details and to sign up: tinyurl.com/m3cjz725

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CHI PLAY 2025 Session Chair Recruitment Form

If you're going to be attending CHI PLAY 2025 - either in person or online - then we would love to recruit you to be a session chair (SC)! You can volunteer as a session chair in one (or multiple) ro...

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

📢Registration Update! We have extended the deadline for Early Bird registrations until Monday, 15.09. (AoW)! Find out more about our registration fees and register here: chiplay.acm.org/2025/registr... @acm-sigchi.bsky.social #chiplay #chiplay2025

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Registration – CHI PLAY 2025

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

📢You still have time until September 10th to register for #chiplay2025 with our discounted Early Bird fee! Find more information here: chiplay.acm.org/2025/registr... @acm-sigchi.bsky.social #chiplay

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Registration – CHI PLAY 2025

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

📢 Get ready for #chiplay2025! You can now register for online and on-site attendance. Find out more about our registration fees and register here: chiplay.acm.org/2025/registr... #chiplay @acm-sigchi.bsky.social

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

📢📈The results of the second round of reviews are now online! We are happy to announce that we accepted 39 papers to be presented at #chiplay2025! Find out more more about the meta of the papers accepted for this year, head to chiplay.acm.org/2025/2025/07... #chiplay @acm-sigchi.bsky.social

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

📢 👀Got a bold idea, critical take, or fresh perspective on games or play? #CHIPLAY2025 Perspectives on Play track wants your sharpest thoughts—short, punchy, and provocative—from any corner of the play world: academia, industry, indie, or beyond. Deadline: June 4! chiplay.acm.org/2025/perspec...

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

📢 🕹️ Have you made some awesome new playful tech? Interactivity at #CHIPLAY2025 invites novel playful technologies that community members can get hands on with at the conference. Deadline: June 4! chiplay.acm.org/2025/interac...

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

📢 🪢The Connections track at #CHIPLAY2025 is all about bringing people together to connect across disciplines and share ideas. Do you have an idea for a workshop, panel, or master class that you would like to share with the community? Deadline: June 4! chiplay.acm.org/2025/connect...

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CHI PLAY 2026 @chiplay.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

📢 🎮 Are you a student and want to showcase your game design project at #CHIPLAY2025? Whether completely digital or technologically augmented games, we are looking forward to your novel and transformative approaches to game design! Deadline: June 4th! chiplay.acm.org/2025/student...

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