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Xbox Celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day with New Features and Resources

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On Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), Xbox announced a wave of new initiatives designed to make gaming more accessible for all. This includes updates to existing accessibility tools, new hardware options, and resources for both gamers and developers.


New Accessibility Options and Support

Gamers with disabilities will benefit from a variety of new features, including:

  • Updates to the Xbox Adaptive Controller, a continued focus on accessibility-focused hardware, and partnerships with third-party manufacturers through the Designed for Xbox program.

  • The introduction of the Proteus Controller, a customizable controller kit offering players a wider range of options for comfortable and personalized gameplay.

  • Highlighted accessibility features in popular games like Candy Crush Soda Saga, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, and Diablo IV.


Empowering Developers with Accessibility Resources

Xbox is also providing developers with new tools and resources to create more inclusive games:

  • A new Game Accessibility Workshop Toolkit that guides developers through the process of conducting accessibility workshops.

  • New research exploring how to make game AI more accessible.

  • Improved accessibility support pages categorized by disability type.

  • Updated filter and sort settings on consoles to help players discover accessible games more easily.


Celebrating the Gaming Community

Xbox is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive gaming community. This GAAD, they announced the upcoming Xbox Ambassador Accessibility Ally Badge, awarded to players who demonstrate their support for accessibilies.

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For a complete list of Xbox's GAAD news and ongoing efforts to make gaming more accessible, visit Xbox Wire.

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