Disabled Gamers’ Community Stories for Enable Magazine Feature

Press request – gaming and community Hey all, I wouldn't usually post this sort of request on Reddit, but I know it's a great place to find the folk I'm looking for. I'm the editor of the national disability magazine www.enablemagazine.co.uk. We have features that amplify disabled people's voices and cover all sorts of issues, from celebrity interviews to finances, politics, products, travel... This issue (November/December) I'm writing a piece on hobbies and gaming, and how these can bring disabled people together and help create a community/friendships. I'd love to chat with anyone who's willing (email, voicenotes, videocall, online chat – whatever's most accessible for you) about your experiences in this area. Alternatively, you're welcome to reply to the following questions with your experiences – I will quote in the article anonymously or your username if that works for you. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask! Cheers, Melissa QUESTIONS: What first attracted you to this hobby or gaming community? Was there a particular moment or person that drew you in? How easy or difficult was it to get started, and what helped you stick with it? What makes this hobby or online space feel welcoming or accessible for you as a disabled person? In what ways has being part of this community improved your day-to-day life — whether socially, emotionally, or practically? Have you built any meaningful friendships or support networks through this hobby or game? Could you share a story that stands out? Do you feel the connections you’ve made online are different from, or similar to, offline friendships? What advice would you give to another disabled person who might feel hesitant about joining a gaming or hobby community? If you could change one thing to make these communities even more inclusive and accessible, what would it be? disabledgaming gamers r/disabledgamers r/DisabledPeopleUK