China is currently undergoing an
extraordinary economic development. This is leading to the appearance of
megalopolises and of new urban populations, whose life conditions are very
tough. Stress, overwork, even suicide: all the pathologies due to development
are present.
Among these populations, young people are the most affected and
the most fragile. Shifted between tradition and modernity, studies and work,
young Chinese have not always the adequate response to the pressure they
suffer.
What modern Chinese solutions to young Chinese’s stress can one find
that would respect the cultural specificities of this target
?
 Perfectly
understanding his target, Nansi Wang, coming from Beijing, has
imagined a playful solution. With Tai Game, he
rejuvenates Tai-Chi, slow traditional gymnastics.
Destined for young adults
(18 to 30 year olds) who work a lot, and with little spare time, this is at the
same time a sport game, a memory game and a speed game.
While respecting the
spirit of Tai-Chi, it is also inspired of video games. The aim is to reproduce a
series of movements. This series is shown in the user’s glasses as coded signs
he has to translate into gestures and blows into an inflatable
cushion.
Meanwhile, the player can associate his own music through the same
interface.
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