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Accessible Games and Gaming for People With Disabilities: Publications and Documents

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The Disabled World accessible games and gaming reviews database stands as an authoritative and comprehensive resource for individuals with disabilities seeking information on accessible gaming entertainment. This extensive repository houses a diverse array of publications, including articles, reviews, and peer-reviewed documents, that focus on games tailored to various disabilities. The database covers a wide spectrum of topics, from video game accessibility for visually impaired players to gaming as a cognitive enhancement tool for individuals with autism, and the integration of assistive technologies such as AI-powered controls and one-button games for those with physical limitations. With content ranging from reports on gaming disorder and addiction to innovations in virtual reality for disabled veterans, this centralized platform not only bridges the gap between gamers with disabilities and suitable entertainment options but also raises awareness about the critical importance of inclusive game design, serving as an invaluable resource for the disability community and game developers alike.

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Accessible Games and Gaming for People With Disabilities: Publications and Resources (82 Items)
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TactivoPlay is a Windows PC collection of 20 accessible audio games designed for blind and low-vision players, built around sound, speech, and simple controls.		✓
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playAbility uses AI to convert facial expressions and assistive devices into video game controls, working with PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and streaming.		✓
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Free Unity Accessibility Toolkit helps developers integrate tools for visually impaired players, simplifying implementation and broadening inclusive game design.		✓
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GLYDR is a foot-based controller designed to improve skill, reduce hand strain, and bring more fun to video games, seated VR, as well as extend existing control setups to add actions and reduce hand strain.		✓
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University of Surrey research of 796 people defines a five-group internet addiction spectrum and finds younger users are more likely to be addicted.		✓
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Following an overwhelming response from around the world LEGO Braille Bricks are now available to purchase online.		✓

Wyrmworks Publishing announces Limitless Champions, the largest, most diverse line of disabled fantasy miniatures ever made.

Peer-reviewed research shows restricting gambling ads can reduce harm, especially among vulnerable groups, and help address health inequalities.		✓
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EPELI is a VR game that enhances ADHD diagnosis and therapy through eye movement tracking and machine learning, benefiting those with cognitive conditions.		✓
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Kyoto University research shows a 3-D action video game can measure distinct cognitive abilities in young players, with no such link found in older ones.		✓
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The study shows that the reasons behind gamer rage in digital gaming are very complex and that children are good at naming them.

Video game addiction is a compulsive use of gaming that impairs daily functioning, now recognized by the World Health Organization as a gaming disorder.		✓
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One Button Games provides an assortment of games that can be played by users with learning or physical difficulties using a single input device such as single key-press, mouse button, foot mouse or pedal, or other input device.

In-depth look at top rated and most accessible video and board games reveals how well the industry supports visually-impaired gamers.

Expert psychologists and doctors reveal the benefits of gaming, especially during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.

BigBoxPlay offers modular STEM playhouses made from durable cardboard for children ages 2-8, focusing on creativity, tactile learning, and imaginative play.		✓
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The Uncomplicated Family Group launches Kids Digital Health, a collection of universally accessible serious games and content for children and families with complex needs.

Pitch Black is a binaural audio game, entirely accessible to blind and partially sighted people, featuring a fully traversable 3D environment with compelling story, created entirely through sonic environments.

Comprehensive analysis of diversity in gaming highlights gaps in race, gender, LGBTQ+, and disability representation over 20 years.		✓
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The Lego Foundation and Lego Group team up with blind associations to pilot Lego Braille Bricks to aid blind and visually impaired to learn through play using LEGO bricks.		✓

RAD is the first system to make it possible for the blind to play a real 3D racing game-with full 3D graphics, realistic vehicle physics, complex racetracks, with a standard PlayStation 4 controller.

University of Wisconsin-Madison study finds a ninja-pose video game using Kinect and Wii balance board improved balance in youth with autism.		✓
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Imperial College London research shows the Balloon Buddies collaborative game improved stroke patients' arm rehabilitation performance.		✓
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Enabling Devices is full of resources and multimedia product information and offers consumers a streamlined approach to selecting and ordering products.

An Iowa State University study finds that TVs and video games in children's bedrooms raise total screen time and indirectly affect grades, weight and behavior.		✓
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Player Panels enlists gamers with disabilities to work with game companies and researchers as accessibility testers to help improve accessibility technologies and game design practices.

The Candy Squad game with gaze-controlled and zero-nausea features make Virtual Reality gaming approachable and accessible to everyone.

Digital accessibility firm SSB BART Group provides generous grant, enabling AbleGamers Foundation to offer enhanced disability educational resources and direct support.

WalkinVR lets people with disabilities control all virtual reality movements using just the vr controller and its buttons.

HTC VIVE at 2017 Consumer Electronics Show features over 30 VR demonstrations including entertainment, health and medical, enterprise and education categories.

Technology enables veterans with disabilities opportunity to enjoy 360 degree virtual reality live broadcasts.

Study reveals playing video games for a limited amount of time can provide benefits to children, but too much can be detrimental.

Johns Hopkins students created a foot-operated video game controller for upper-limb amputees, winning the 2016 Intel-Cornell Cup for embedded technology.		✓
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Adaptoys are adapted versions of popular toys that allow people with physical disabilities to experience the joy of actively playing with their families.

Concerns regarding consequences for psychological states and self-image of users in virtual environments.

Radegast new text-based viewer allows the blind community to play games such as Second Life.

Monoma is a creative and interactive product for people with additional needs, which is used for cognitive, occupational, music therapy and special education needs training.

Learn how puzzles and blocks boost spatial skills for children, seniors, and people with disabilities through fun, accessible cognitive development activities.		✓
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Timocco virtual motion gaming software platform for kids with special needs granted patent for object tracking technology.

Researchers are testing new computer game which they hope could help children with disabilities lead independent lives.

Blind or visually impaired players needed as alpha testers for SmartMonsters new TriadCity game.

Explore whether slot machine random number generators truly deliver fair payouts, with player accounts, mathematical analysis, and regional gambling laws.		✓
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Re-Mission 2 Nanobots Revenge is a free app available for Android and Apple mobile devices designed to help young cancer patients fight their disease.

Review of TriadCity an advanced text based virtual world game with a literary orientation where you read and type in order to play.

Includification is an illustrated guide for video game developers and publishers for designing accessible games for the disabled community.

Research finds video games like Nintendo Wii promote physical activity in children with cerebral palsy and may help rehabilitation therapy.

Brain Swaggle online game gaining reputation among teachers caregivers and medical professionals as fun and effective way to hone brain fitness.

High contrast and large bingo cards boost thinking and playing skills for people with cognitive difficulties and visual perception problems produced by Alzheimers and Parkinsons disease.

The programs are based on high interest topics that include holidays, nursery rhymes, and birthday themes. Every single one of these games is educational, fun, and beneficial for children with disabilities.

Play the classic Yahtzee dice game free in your browser with no download, plus the history of how the game began and grew into a household favorite.		✓
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Phylo is designed to allow casual game players to contribute to scientific research by arranging multiple sequences of colored blocks that represent human DNA.

How to choose the best toys to suit your special needs child age and playing abilities.

ToysRUs Toy Guide for Differently Abled Kids featuring reliable toy recommendations for children with special needs.

Fragpedal Dual 2-button foot controller lets gamers offload keyboard and mouse commands to their feet, featuring programmable macros and Smart Buttons.		✓
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Ben Heck reconfigures Xbox 360TM gaming controllers into split controllers to increase accessibility and mobility for individuals with physical disabilities.

Good Work Systems' Fragpedal Quad offers 4-button USB foot control for PC gaming with intelligent programming, modular design, and accessibility features.		✓
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The first Montreal Video World Games is expected to be held in July 2012 at the Palais des congres de Montreal.

Slug Bugs is a free game for iPhone developed by Action = Reaction Labs with 3D Binaural Audio that will dominate the future of gaming audio.

Small Steps Big Skills is a video game for children with Autism that combines Applied Behavior Analysis methods.

Accessible games and puzzles for persons with disabilities including the blind and sight impaired.

Efficacy of casual video games in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety as a co-morbid condition.

College Students Lose Sleep and Miss Meals Due to Online Role Playing Games.

Practical toy and gift ideas for children with autism including sensory products, cause and effect toys, fine motor tools, and social skill building activities.		✓
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Fun free online Cribbage game with great graphics, sound, and voice where you play against Cribbage Jake the computer Crib player.		✓
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There is a trend among gift givers outside the immediate family to buy presents for differently abled children that are educational or meant to help with a disability.

Christmas gift ideas which Littlewoods expects to be the most sought-after this year are hi-tech gadgets such as robotic hamsters and video cameras.

Article to show your parents to get them off your back if you are a dedicated video gamer.

Information about Xbox live and uses including playing games listening to music or watching movies.

ToysRus release guide for differently abled kids a selection of toys for parents of children with special needs.

Study finds that playing a video game before bedtime has only a mild effect on adolescent sleep.

Modified home Playstation video game shows promise for improving hand function in teens with Cerebral Palsy.

BenHeck's Access Controller features modular buttons that gamers can rearrange for one-handed play on PlayStation and PC platforms.		✓
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Informative guide to accessible Las Vegas slots: hotels, transportation, rentals, and tips for disabled visitors and seniors.		✓
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Accessible online casinos offer safe, convenient gaming options for seniors and people with disabilities, with tips for finding reputable sites and playing responsibly.		✓
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Accessible online bingo games offer fun, social interaction, and ease of use for seniors and people with disabilities, with helpful features and practical advice.		✓
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Free Bubble Shooter game guide with tips and strategies for puzzle gameplay, suitable for players of all ages and abilities.		✓
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Video games have different effects on two types of cognitive activity proactive and reactive attention.

Beaterator available at retail on UMD and digitally from PlayStation Network internationally on October 2, 2009.

Children learn important decision making skills as they gain expertise in the game of chess.

Video games that involve high levels of action such as first person-shooter games can often increase a players vision.		✓

Symptoms of being addicted to a video game such as World of Warcraft (WOW).

Finding the right age appropriate toy that will accommodate the play needs of a child with a disability.

Key: the first check mark indicates the publication carries an editor's note; the second indicates a footnote.

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