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Project

2.09 GAME - Game On! Developing Accessible Electronic Gaming Options for Texans with Paralysis

Center:

TX-Texas Center for Disability Studies, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2023

Contact Information:

Angela Standridge
[email protected]
512-232-0751

Project Description:

This project provides for accessible gaming kits in Xbox and PlayStation platforms, mounting kits for the Xbox adaptive controller, and additional switches/controllers to support people with paralysis in decision making for modified gaming. Via grant funding, items are available to 'check out' through TTAP's online loaning database for Texans across the state, with paid shipping to and from consumers. The project ensures those interested in accessible gaming can "try technology before they buy technology." TTAP will also host kit demonstrations at information awareness events such as Texas' two annual Abilities Expos. Additional demonstration sites may include consumer-oriented conferences, increasing awareness of accessible gaming to the general technology population, consumers and vendors.

Keyword(s):

Accessible gaming, Assistive Technology, Paralysis, Social Isolation

Core Function(s):

Other Direct/Model Services

Area of Emphasis

Quality of Life, Other - Assistive Technology

Target Audience:

Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State