Project Overview
Users can enjoy a pixel-style space travel game that combines white noise, slow-moving scenes, and positive thinking exercises to reduce stress and restore positive emotions. They can connect with friends and others via real-time voice chat, monitor each other’s health, and track physiological data during isolation through the game.
Background
During the COVID-19 pandemic, prolonged social isolation led to increased anxiety, depression, and emotional stress. Many people lacked meaningful interaction, especially in ways that could reduce screen fatigue and encourage emotional connection.
Question & Solution
How can we help people in isolation build positive social interactions while reducing stress levels? Flight Chat answers this by offering a pixel-style space travel game that combines real-time voice chat, calming visuals, and health monitoring to create intimate, supportive connections between players.
Inspiration
Inspired by research on the psychological impact of isolation, gaming as a social channel, and the benefits of voice communication over text, Flight Chat was designed to provide both emotional relief and a sense of togetherness during times of separation.
Design Concept
Flight Chat is a calming, space-themed narrative game that turns social interaction into a focused, stress-free experience. Through one-on-one voice communication, gentle animations, white noise, and positive mental prompts, it helps players relax, stay connected, and care for each other—while keeping screen time low and emotional well-being high.
