Accessibility Game Review – Elden Ring
VisualPartially Accessible Fine-MotorPartially Accessible AuditoryPartially AccessiblePartially AccessibleElden Ring is a masterpiece, and that’s putting it mildly. Tight, addictive game design, haunting visuals and soundtrack, and an open-world system that’s...
Accessibility Game Review – Horizon Forbidden West
Visual Partially Accessible Fine-Motor Partially Accessible Auditory Barrier FreePartially AccessibleDisclaimer: Review code provided by PlayStation Horizon Forbidden West is the eagerly anticipated sequel to the hit open-world action RPG Horizon Zero Dawn created...
Accessibility Game Review – Edge of Eternity
Visual Barrier Free Fine-Motor Thoroughly Accessible Auditory Barrier FreeThoroughly AccessibleJRPGs can be one a very approachable and accessible genre when done correctly. We have seen great strides made when it comes to making them easier to navigate, and things...
Accessibility Hardware Review – Sony PlayStation 4
The PS4 launched two weeks ago with much fanfare and fervor. And with it came the real beginning of the time period previously known as next gen. While the PS4 still exhibits Sony’s commitment to high-quality hardware, the question of accessibility needs to be looked...
Accessibility Hardware Review – Wii U
After previewing the Wii U a couple of weeks ago, it became clear that there was hope for the future of Nintendo game accessibility. But this is an understatement. After some extended hands-on time with the Nintendo Wii U using multiple games, it’s clear that this...
Accessibility Hardware Review – PS Vita
When the PlayStation Vita was announced, it looked to be another colossal step toward game inaccessibility. Happily, however, after many hours hands-on with this system, it is clear that first impressions aren’t always accurate. To begin with, those with sight...
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Accessibility Update – Diablo II: Resurrected
Diablo II: Resurrected is a full from-the-ground-up remake of Blizzard’s genre-defining action RPG. Available for the first time ever on console, I’m happy to report that what many gamers still perceive as Blizzard Entertainment’s magnum opus holds up surprisingly...
Accessibility Game Review – Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls
2021 has been a great year for Castlevania fans—not only bringing the Advance Collection to the PC and consoles, but also making the series more accessible than ever before thanks to a lesser-known title in the lineup. Grimoire of Souls was originally planned for an...
Accessibility Game Review – Life Is Strange: True Colors
Help Alex Chen solve the mystery of her brother's death and navigate her supernatural abilities, which let her experience the thoughts and emotions of others. Life Is Strange: True Colors is a third-person adventure game and the third game in the mainline series. It...
Accessibility Game Review – Metal Commando
Visual Thoroughly Accessible Fine-Motor Partially Accessible Auditory Thoroughly AccessiblePartially AccessibleRun-and-gun games have become a bit more popular in recent years with titles like the Contra Collection and Blazing Chrome showcasing how fun the genre can...
Accessibility Game Review – Metal Unit
Visual Thoroughly Accessible Fine-Motor Barrier Free Auditory Barrier Free Thorouhgly AccessibleThere have been countless action platformers inspired by Mega Man and its X sub-series over the years, but few make a point to be accessible to disabled players. Games...
Accessibility Game Review – Biomutant
Visual Thoroughly Accessible Fine-Motor Partially Accessible Auditory Thoroughly AccessiblePartially AccessibleBiomutant is a weird game, and I mean that in the best sort of way. It’s this strange mash-up of Fallout and Ghost of Tsushima with a dash of the Redwall...
Accessibility Game Review – Knockout City
Visual Partially Accessible Fine-Motor Inaccessible Auditory Partially AccessiblePartially AccessibleKnockout City was first announced in 2020 and promised up fast-paced dodgeball action with a look that blended a bit of Jet Set Radio's logo and sense of style with...
Accessibility Game Review – Mario Golf: Super Rush
Visual Thoroughly Accessible Fine-Motor Partially Accessible Auditory Barrier FreeThoroughly AccessibleMario Golf: Super Rush is the latest installment in the perennial Mario Sports family. Like previous Mario Golf games, it simulates golf through the use of a QTE to...
Accessibility Game Review – Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
Visual Barrier Free Fine-Motor Thoroughly Accessible Auditory Barrier Free Thoroughly AccessibleRatchet & Clank: Rift Apart is the long-awaited PS5 exclusive sequel to the 2016 reimagining of the fan-favorite duo. It’s produced by Insomniac Games, fresh off the...
Accessibility Game Review – Resident Evil Village
Visual Thoroughly Accessible Fine-Motor Thoroughly Accessible Auditory Partially AccessiblePartially AccessibleCan you escape the giantess Lady Dimitrescu and the village of horrors? Resident Evil Village is a first-person survival horror game developed and published...
Accessibility Game Review – Savage Halloween
Visual Barrier Free Fine-Motor Thoroughly Accessible Auditory Thoroughly AccessibleThoroughly AccessibleIt isn't often that a hectic run-and-gun-style game is thought of as accessible. The very nature of the genre requires a lot of dexterity, and most are fairly...
Accessibility Game Review – Oddworld: Soulstorm
Visual Thoroughly Accessible Fine-Motor Partially Accessible Auditory Barrier FreeThoroughly AccessibleOddworld: Soulstorm is the latest offering from the mind of industry veteran Lorne Lanning and the folks at Oddworld Inhabitants. After the success of the remake of...
Accessibility Game Review – New Pokémon Snap
Visual Barrier Free Fine-Motor Barrier Free Auditory Barrier Free Barrier Free Take pictures of your favorite Pokémon again, and explore the archipelagic islands of the Lental region, a brand-new area of the Pokémon world! New Pokémon Snap is an on-rails...
Accessibility Game Review – Spacebase Startopia
Visual Partially Accessible Fine-Motor Inaccessible Auditory Barrier FreePartially AccessibleDeveloped by Realmforge Studios and published by Kalypso Media Digital, Spacebase Startopia is a modern reboot of the beloved Startopia RTS series. This installment marks the...
Accessibility Game Review – SaGa Frontier Remastered
Visual Thoroughly Accessible Fine-Motor Barrier Free Auditory Thoroughly AccessibleThoroughly AccessibleIn 1998, when it was first released in North America, SaGa Frontier was the kind of game that stood out right away. At the time, most JRPGs featured a single...
Accessibility Game Review – Beach Buggy Racing 2
Visual Barrier Free Fine-Motor Barrier Free Auditory Barrier Free Barrier Free Since its creation over 30 years ago, kart racing has been a popular way to blend combat with more traditional racing games, but it can be a mixed bag when it comes to being accessible....
VIDEO – Accessibility Game Review – Outriders
In this Accessibility Game Review, Kyle "onehandmostly" Abbate discusses Outrider's features, controls, and settings and rates it for auditory, visual, and fine-motor accessibility so you know if you can play it before buying. Let us know what you think!
Accessibility Game Review – Bravely Default II
Visual Barrier Free Fine-Motor Thoroughly Accessible Auditory Barrier FreeThoroughly AccessibleThe Bravely Default series began as a spiritual successor to a lesser-known Nintendo DS entry that used both turn-based combat from earlier mainline Final Fantasy games and...