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What are the best practices for making video games accessible to all players?

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Video games are a popular form of entertainment and art, but not everyone can enjoy them equally. Many players face barriers to access due to their physical, cognitive, or sensory abilities, or their preferences and needs. Making video games accessible to all players is not only a moral and legal obligation, but also a way to reach a wider and more diverse audience. In this article, we will explore some of the best practices for creating inclusive and accessible video games, based on the guidelines and standards from the game industry and the accessibility community.

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Ivan Marchand

CEO & Co-Founder at Gamevestor | Board Advisor | Game Critic | Ex Google, EA, Amazon
Diego Abad Murillo

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1 Know your audience

To make video games accessible, the first step is to comprehend who your potential players are and what difficulties they may face while playing your game. Accessibility is not a one-size-fits-all answer, but rather a range of options and adjustments that can provide for different needs and preferences. Players with visual impairments, such as low vision, color blindness, or blindness; hearing impairments, such as deafness, hard of hearing, or tinnitus; motor impairments, such as limited mobility, dexterity, or coordination; cognitive impairments, such as dyslexia, autism, ADHD, or learning disabilities; and situational impairments like playing in a noisy or bright environment or with one hand; as well as preferences like difficulty level, language, or content warnings can all benefit from accessibility features. To gain beneficial insights and feedback on how to make your game more accessible and enjoyable for them, research and engage with your target audience.

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La industria de los videojuegos son muy variados, pero para hacerlos accesibles se deben: - Primero, hay que saber que no hay género ni edad para ellos, todos pueden ser par de este mundo. - Segundo, todo videojuego nos da un aprendizaje, ya se cognitivo, visual o hasta artístico. - Tercero, siempre se debe mantener un control entre jugadores y videojuego, para ello se requiere de personas mayores o expertos, siempre comunicados con los jugadores.

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Ivan Marchand

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Expanding on understanding your audience, developers should consider incorporating adaptive technologies and personalized settings that allow players to tailor the gaming experience to their individual needs. Implementing an in-game accessibility menu where players can adjust text size, contrast, control sensitivity, and enable assistive features such as voice commands or haptic feedback can significantly enhance accessibility. Additionally, conducting user testing sessions with players who have various disabilities can provide invaluable insights that can lead to innovative accessibility features not previously considered.

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2 Follow the standards

The game industry and the accessibility community have developed several standards and guidelines to aid in designing and implementing accessibility features in games. The Game Accessibility Guidelines (GAG) provide a comprehensive list of best practices for audio, visuals, controls, interface, and gameplay. These are divided into three levels: basic, intermediate, and advanced. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are international standards for web accessibility, but can also be applied to games with web technologies or online components. These are organized into four principles: perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) Game Accessibility Special Interest Group (GA-SIG) is a network of game developers, researchers, advocates, and players who promote and support game accessibility; they offer resources, tools, events, and advice. By following these standards and guidelines, you can ensure that your game meets the minimum requirements and best practices for accessibility while adhering to industry norms and expectations.

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Como toda actividad, los videojuegos pueden llegar a ser estresantes sino se tiene un ambiente adecuado para ello. No solo se requiere de altas tecnologías para su uso, sino un ambiente con buena iluminación, sonido, soporte lumbar, etc. Esto ayuda, no solo en el entretenimiento, sino en todo lo que se pueda captar dentro del videojuego, y con ello me refiero a todo lo que se puede aprender y saber con este recurso.

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Ivan Marchand

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Beyond adhering to existing standards and guidelines, game developers should actively participate in the ongoing conversation around accessibility in gaming. This could involve contributing to the development of new standards, sharing best practices, and learning from the community. Creating a feedback loop with players who benefit from accessibility features can help developers stay ahead of evolving needs and preferences, ensuring that games are as inclusive as possible. Engaging with advocacy groups and attending conferences focused on accessibility can also provide fresh perspectives and ideas.

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3 Use the tools

Making video games accessible can be achieved through the use of tools and technologies. Accessibility APIs are application programming interfaces that enable your game to communicate with assistive technologies, such as screen readers or magnifiers. Additionally, accessibility plugins and frameworks, like Unity, Unreal, or HTML5, can help you add features like subtitles or difficulty options. Accessibility testing tools, such as contrast analyzers or color blind simulators, can assist in identifying and fixing any accessibility issues. By utilizing these tools and technologies, you can save time and effort while taking advantage of existing solutions for game accessibility.

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While leveraging existing tools and technologies is crucial, there's also an opportunity for innovation in developing new accessibility tools tailored to gaming. Developers can collaborate with technology companies and researchers to create new assistive technologies that address the unique challenges of video game accessibility. For example, developing more sophisticated AI-driven tools that can dynamically adjust game settings based on the player's interaction patterns could revolutionize personalized accessibility.

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4 Be creative

Making video games accessible is an opportunity to enhance and expand game design and experience. Thinking of accessibility as a core feature, a challenge, and a collaboration can help make your game more coherent, rewarding, engaging, fun, relevant, and respectful. Integrating accessibility into the game design from the start can avoid potential conflicts or compromises. Embracing diversity and complexity of players can make your game more appealing to all players. Involving players in the process can help learn from their perspectives and experiences. By being creative and innovative with accessibility, you can make your game stand out from the crowd.

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Creativity in accessibility can also mean rethinking game mechanics and narratives to be inclusive by design. For instance, designing games that are equally enjoyable and complete without relying on color recognition, audio cues, or precise timing can open up gaming to a wider audience. This doesn't mean reducing the complexity or depth of games but finding new ways to deliver those experiences. Incorporating universal design principles from the outset can lead to innovative gameplay mechanics that appeal to both disabled and non-disabled players alike.

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5 Here’s what else to consider

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Ivan Marchand

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It's important to recognize the role of community in promoting and achieving game accessibility. Developers should consider creating platforms for community members to share their own mods, tools, and tips for improving accessibility. This not only fosters a more inclusive gaming culture but also empowers players to contribute to making games more accessible. Highlighting success stories of players who've overcome accessibility barriers can inspire developers and players alike. Finally, consider the global perspective on accessibility, acknowledging that accessibility challenges can vary greatly across different cultures and regions, and strive to make your games accessible on a global scale.

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Diego Abad Murillo

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Hay que tener en cuenta, que todo exceso es malo, los videojuegos pueden ser muy da?inos si no se saben usar, aún si son tu medio para ganarte la vida; ya sea creando contenido, como streamer o gamer profesional, siempre se debe manter un balance entre su uso y la vida cotidiana, mantener una buena alimentación y desarrollar actividades física que te ayuden a oxigenarte.

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