What to expect
Gaming together, made calmer
Our gaming clubs give young people a regular, familiar space in their weekโhelping them feel more relaxed, social, and connected. We focus on smaller, indie, and non-video game formats rather than the big, mainstream titles, so thereโs more room for creativity, conversation, and trying something new.
Tuesday 5pm โ Video Gamers Club
In this club we explore interesting new indie games, talk about the latest releases, share and play games weโve created ourselves, and learn what it takes to make great games. Run by games designers and streamers Ollie and Mivi, itโs perfect for gamers curious to explore beyond Roblox, as well as budding games designers, artists, world-builders, community managers, and streamers.
Wednesday 5pm โ Games Night Social
A relaxed midweek hangout where we play party games like Jackbox, Gartic Phone, Skribbl, and more. Bring your quick thinking, creativity, and sense of humourโthis is a low-pressure space to have fun, make friends, and try something new every week.
Wednesday 6pm โ Stardew Valley Club
Step into Pelican Town and join fellow Uncommoners in Stardew Valley. Together weโll farm, fish, mine, and exploreโall while building a cosy community and enjoying the game at our own pace. Perfect for fans of wholesome, collaborative gameplay.
๐ฎ Meet like-minded gamers, discover new games and share your game creations
๐ก Join club challenges and share game art, ideas or finds
๐งโโ๏ธ Enjoy a low-demand club space, perfect for burnout, anxious or PDA creatives
๐ Feel inspired and supported by neurodivergent club leaders and creatives
How meet-ups work
We host 8-12 club members in each session. All sessions are run on Zoom, with participants welcome to have cameras off or on, to watch, message or talk. We often use anonymous chat and quiz tool Slido so everyone takes part in the same communication style, and to reduce demands for anxious or PDA members.
To start each session weโll play a small quiz or game in Slido. Weโll then chat about games weโve been playing or designing, with session leaders sharing great games theyโve been playing. Before using creative prompts and games to explore an aspect of gaming thatโs inspiring us at the moment! Or in Stardew Valley we'll explore and build together.
At the end of each session we often talk about what we might like to do next week!
What you'll need
A tablet, laptop or phone with Zoom installed
A cosy spot and your favourite fidgets or snacks so you can enjoy session.
Your favourite console or games if youโd like to play whilst we chat!
For stardew valley - purchase and install Stardew Valley on your chosen device
If you subscribe to club and want to join the online community, youโll access this through a laptop/desktop browser or by downloading the Circle app on tablet or phone
Meet your club leaders!
Meet Elliot and Mivi, our dynamic duo of gaming enthusiasts! With their combined passion for gaming and community building, Elliot and Mivi create engaging sessions where gamers can explore, create, and collaborate in a safe and supportive online environment. Join them for epic adventures and memorable gaming experiences! For more info on each mentor see About > Mentors
What families say
"The Uncommon Team do a phenomenal job of keeping the sessions fun, adapting to the varying needs (and whims!) of the participants and providing just the right level of support."
๐๐๐๐๐
"I didnโt really know what to expect but it was lovely hearing J laughing and talking to others"
๐๐๐๐๐
"The environment Uncommon creates seems to make all the kids feel like a bonded group really quickly and they are keen to help and support one another as a result. It is so wonderful to see, especially as many of our kids probably struggle with similar peer interactions day to day. Thanks Uncommon Team!"
"My son really enjoyed the session. I wasnโt allowed to listen in (that would be uncool apparently) but he liked the selection of games, the โteacherโ was nice and helpful, and he wants to join again the next week."
๐๐๐๐๐
Book Now
To try gamers club, just book into any session below.