ASCENSION!
How might we encourage an open discussion about planning for death?
Ascension! is a game designed to facilitate discussing and planning for death in a fun and educational way that is targeted toward families and children.
We live life knowing death is forthcoming, so why are the majority of people not prepared?
This game guides players through a series of different steps as they climb the tower;
each one revealing what actions to take as they prepare for the inevitable.
Throughout my research process, I collected a series of data points by interviewing community members with unique perspectives and experiences surrounding death.
RON J.
comfortable talking about death
responsible
self-aware
JUDY S.
a positive outlook on celebration of life
stress-free attitude
youthful
The data from our conversations brought me to these key insights...
To try to ease the pain and confusion surrounding death, it is essential that we become more comfortable with having these conversations.
Death and how to properly prepare for it is seldom discussed in our society.
Naturally, it is met with post-mortem stress, anxiety, and grief from family and friends of those who have passed on.
From these insights arise opportunities...
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Educate children at school and home about death and how to deal with it in a positive light
2. Destigmatize ideas and conversations about death in the media
3. Encourage practices of celebrating life
4. Make planning for death as easy as possible
5. Study rituals and grieving processes of different cultures
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Having a plan is peace of mind.
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Death leaves its strongest impact at an early age.
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Having a lasting impact helps people feel fulfilled.
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Personal growth and acceptance culminate from healthy coping mechanisms.
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The best way to ease extra stress and hardship on your loved ones after your passing is by eliminating burdens.
IDEATION & STRUCTURAL DESIGN SKETCHES
OBJECTIVE
Create a product or system that encourages planning for death in a fun and educational way, that is targeted to families and children of all ages.
SCALE MODEL
All parts break down into efficient packaging to occupy minimal shipping and shelf space and for easy storage.
FULL SCALE PACKAGING ORIENTATION MOCK-UP
HOW TO PLAY
TARGET CUSTOMER PROFILES
