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Video game creators are working to make games more accessible for disabled people

Video game creators are working to make games more accessible for disabled people

Video game creators are working to make games more accessible for disabled people

By Ayesha Rascoe, Wailin Wong

June 9, 2024

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Summary

In this NPR segment, Ayesha Rascoe and Wailin Wong discuss the evolving accessibility in video games. Rascoe shares her personal gaming experiences, while Wong highlights the significant progress made in including players with disabilities. They spotlight the game The Last of Us Part 2, which introduced over 60 accessibility options, benefiting players with various disabilities. Innovations such as customizable controls, visual cues for the hearing impaired, and sound cues for the vision impaired have transformed the gaming experience for many. The discussion underscores a growing industry trend towards inclusivity, making gaming more accessible for everyone.

Reference

Rascoe, A., & Wong, W. (2024, June 9). Video game creators are working to make games more accessible for disabled people. Iowa Public Radio. https://www.iowapublicradio.org/2024-06-09/video-game-creators-are-working-to-make-games-more-accessible-for-disabled-people