Ben Simon-Thomas is the founder of The Verse, where he builds game-based therapeutics that heal, connect, and inspire. His journey began after witnessing the transformative power of FDA-approved video games, cementing his belief that play is our most powerful native tool for transformation.
At The Verse, Ben leads the creation of immersive experiences like WalkXR, Adventures in Breath, and Karma: The Six Realms Game—an ecosystem of games that use breathwork and prosocial mechanics to improve mental health and human connection.
Ben is a visionary who sees the potential for play everywhere, from scaling scientific research into engaging quests to prototyping new economic systems. He invites collaborators to join him in a simple, vital quest: to use the power of play to build a world of greater human flourishing.
Integrate powerful game mechanics into health, wellness, and learning apps to drive engagement and behavior change.
Design rituals and play-based experiences to build connection, reinforce values, and drive engagement.
A collaborative sprint to design a proof-of-concept for a game or experience that tackles your specific challenge.
PreSeed to Series B companies looking to integrate play-based engagement
Companies expanding into digital community or gamified experiences
Organizations focused on impact through play and education
Investment firms with a focus on health/wellness seeking expert guidance
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