She’s just 18, but Emily Mitchell has already made a strong start on smashing taboos and stereotypes. Hailing from Watford, the young woman is the creator of Fractured Minds, a video game which addresses and educates its players on the challenges faced by people suffering from mental health issues.
“It’s a short game,” explains Emily, “and it explores the challenges and struggles of people suffering with mental health issues.” It’s also a simple game, reminiscent of early 00s online games such as Escape From the Red Room. However, there’s more to Emily’s game than just escaping.
“Each room represents a different aspect of mental illness and how it affects people’s daily lives,” says Emily. “I wanted the player to be able to use their own experiences of mental health to interpret the meaning of the game, so that they could get a sense of what each level means to them personally. I really wanted the game to mean something to people, to be more than just a game you play and forget about.”
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