SHEBA × ARC GAME JAM / 2026
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Social & emotional skills

The Tide Won't Wait

Planning, reading another person’s feelings and speaking up take practice. Get ready for a sailing trip, make decisions and handle the social moments along the way.

The Tide Won't Wait game preview

THE IDEA / Conch (Autism Spectrum challenge)

Children with ADHD or on the autism spectrum may need opportunities to practice everyday planning and social interaction in a setting where they can try again.

The Tide Won’t Wait puts those moments inside an adventure. Work out what to pack, notice a friend’s feelings and speak up if a shop gives you the wrong item. Voice or text lets the child take part in the conversation rather than select from a lesson.

Adapted from project materials and challenge brief.

Gameplay

3 videos
Adventure playthrough · 366af0aa251 sec · Open video ↗
Adventure playthrough · 88579dd5300 sec · Open video ↗
Creator’s gameplay video126 sec · Open video ↗

A closer look.

Images from the creators

The team presentation

1 video
Team presentation190 sec · Open video ↗
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