What is the Center for Transformational Play?
The Center for Transformational Play (CTP) is a research center launched by the to house the research and development of transformational games. We leverage resources across the university and our region to increase their impact through an ecosystem of rich connections. Always expanding the boundaries of what is possible, we build community, do high-quality research, make games, and connect with the world. We provide research-backed solutions to help people solve problems that matter to them through the power of games and play. We aim for our work to be joyful, effective, and valuable to those who engage with it.
Joyful
Transformational games should be excellent games in their own right. We value the craft and the process of game design and believe making and playing transformational games should be fun, impactful, and rewarding.
Effective
Transformational game experiences should be worthwhile, constructive, and fruitful. We integrate research into our work at every stage, from conception to deployment.
…and Valuable
We respect the time of our players, partners, and members. We work in partnership with community stakeholders and honor our players’ needs.