Ian Hamilton
@ianhamilton.bsky.social
Accessibility specialist, helping studios avoid excluding disabled players. DMs are open, if you prefer email [email protected]
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They are about how audio is presented, so put them in audio settings please.
Videogames are always capable of surprising you. By which I mean I can never tell which settings submenu I’m going to find subtitles under.
November 23, 2025 at 3:53 AM
They are about how audio is presented, so put them in audio settings please.
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FREE for #WorldChildrensDay 📢
Wednesdays does an amazing job of raising awareness about sensitive topics like childhood sexual abuse, while still considering accessibility and triggers.
Read full article 👇
safeinourworld.org/games-and-ap...
Wednesdays does an amazing job of raising awareness about sensitive topics like childhood sexual abuse, while still considering accessibility and triggers.
Read full article 👇
safeinourworld.org/games-and-ap...
November 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM
FREE for #WorldChildrensDay 📢
Wednesdays does an amazing job of raising awareness about sensitive topics like childhood sexual abuse, while still considering accessibility and triggers.
Read full article 👇
safeinourworld.org/games-and-ap...
Wednesdays does an amazing job of raising awareness about sensitive topics like childhood sexual abuse, while still considering accessibility and triggers.
Read full article 👇
safeinourworld.org/games-and-ap...
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Dear game devs,
If you are going to use only small fonts "because it looks neat that way", please for the love of all provide accessibility option in settings to increase them. Small fonts in games sucks, it is 1000% of the time an awful decision especially if it contains dialog/story elements
If you are going to use only small fonts "because it looks neat that way", please for the love of all provide accessibility option in settings to increase them. Small fonts in games sucks, it is 1000% of the time an awful decision especially if it contains dialog/story elements
November 21, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Dear game devs,
If you are going to use only small fonts "because it looks neat that way", please for the love of all provide accessibility option in settings to increase them. Small fonts in games sucks, it is 1000% of the time an awful decision especially if it contains dialog/story elements
If you are going to use only small fonts "because it looks neat that way", please for the love of all provide accessibility option in settings to increase them. Small fonts in games sucks, it is 1000% of the time an awful decision especially if it contains dialog/story elements
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It my birthday! If I had to recommend one of my videos this year it would be when I got to chat with @laurakbuzz.bsky.social about accessibility features in video games. youtu.be/VhE_qCEshu4?...
The Pumpkin Copter Cast Episode 136: Today's Copilot: Laura Kate Dale
YouTube video by The Pumpkin Copter Cast
youtu.be
November 21, 2025 at 8:08 PM
It my birthday! If I had to recommend one of my videos this year it would be when I got to chat with @laurakbuzz.bsky.social about accessibility features in video games. youtu.be/VhE_qCEshu4?...
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How do we play test to develop accessible games?
Dive in with our own Head of Accessibility, @jc-3d.bsky.social ✨ youtu.be/I0Y27zl1KfA
Dive in with our own Head of Accessibility, @jc-3d.bsky.social ✨ youtu.be/I0Y27zl1KfA
November 21, 2025 at 9:36 PM
How do we play test to develop accessible games?
Dive in with our own Head of Accessibility, @jc-3d.bsky.social ✨ youtu.be/I0Y27zl1KfA
Dive in with our own Head of Accessibility, @jc-3d.bsky.social ✨ youtu.be/I0Y27zl1KfA
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🚨 Patch Update 🚨
After the sweet tunes introduced in our last patch, we're now rolling out another exciting new update that will leave you smiling!
This update features Steam Remote Play Together and new accessibility options.
Check the full patch below!
shorturl.at/Hm5Ve
After the sweet tunes introduced in our last patch, we're now rolling out another exciting new update that will leave you smiling!
This update features Steam Remote Play Together and new accessibility options.
Check the full patch below!
shorturl.at/Hm5Ve
November 19, 2025 at 3:05 AM
🚨 Patch Update 🚨
After the sweet tunes introduced in our last patch, we're now rolling out another exciting new update that will leave you smiling!
This update features Steam Remote Play Together and new accessibility options.
Check the full patch below!
shorturl.at/Hm5Ve
After the sweet tunes introduced in our last patch, we're now rolling out another exciting new update that will leave you smiling!
This update features Steam Remote Play Together and new accessibility options.
Check the full patch below!
shorturl.at/Hm5Ve
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15 - I helped start an onion.
16 - I advocated for accessibility features on the last game I worked on so well the CD cried and it made it to the roadmap finally.
17 - I was part of the group that demanded Cait and Vi smooch in S2.
18 - I'm ambidextrous.
16 - I advocated for accessibility features on the last game I worked on so well the CD cried and it made it to the roadmap finally.
17 - I was part of the group that demanded Cait and Vi smooch in S2.
18 - I'm ambidextrous.
November 19, 2025 at 5:29 PM
15 - I helped start an onion.
16 - I advocated for accessibility features on the last game I worked on so well the CD cried and it made it to the roadmap finally.
17 - I was part of the group that demanded Cait and Vi smooch in S2.
18 - I'm ambidextrous.
16 - I advocated for accessibility features on the last game I worked on so well the CD cried and it made it to the roadmap finally.
17 - I was part of the group that demanded Cait and Vi smooch in S2.
18 - I'm ambidextrous.
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Carlos played through The Outer Worlds 2 and found some excellent improvements for players with limited mobility.
The game builds on the already excellent accessibility from its predecessor and should be an accessible experience for many.
caniplaythat.com/2025/11/20/t...
The game builds on the already excellent accessibility from its predecessor and should be an accessible experience for many.
caniplaythat.com/2025/11/20/t...
The Outer Worlds 2 accessibility review - Can I Play That?
The Outer Worlds 2 builds on the excellent accessibility of its predecessor, and expands on it with several new features.
caniplaythat.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Carlos played through The Outer Worlds 2 and found some excellent improvements for players with limited mobility.
The game builds on the already excellent accessibility from its predecessor and should be an accessible experience for many.
caniplaythat.com/2025/11/20/t...
The game builds on the already excellent accessibility from its predecessor and should be an accessible experience for many.
caniplaythat.com/2025/11/20/t...
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No one tell @ianhamilton.bsky.social but Lion is planning to pounce and hug him so much today.
It’s been way too long since we last saw him & he’s such a huge part of how we got into game accessibility work.
Can’t wait to catch up in person with so many other interesting peeps :)
It’s been way too long since we last saw him & he’s such a huge part of how we got into game accessibility work.
Can’t wait to catch up in person with so many other interesting peeps :)
November 21, 2025 at 7:03 AM
No one tell @ianhamilton.bsky.social but Lion is planning to pounce and hug him so much today.
It’s been way too long since we last saw him & he’s such a huge part of how we got into game accessibility work.
Can’t wait to catch up in person with so many other interesting peeps :)
It’s been way too long since we last saw him & he’s such a huge part of how we got into game accessibility work.
Can’t wait to catch up in person with so many other interesting peeps :)
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This game is an amazing way to learn about gaming accessibility…through gamification, what can be more perfect?
Help this game find its way to more players by playing it (it’s very short!) and leaving a review!
Help this game find its way to more players by playing it (it’s very short!) and leaving a review!
forgive me for the quick promo, but my first FREE game is almost at 50 reviews on steam, only 10 more to go!
as a reward, i'm planning on setting up a 50% off discount code for my patreon when the game hits 50 reviews. more info below, but EVERY REVIEW helps!
#gamedev #indiedev #solodev #indiegame
as a reward, i'm planning on setting up a 50% off discount code for my patreon when the game hits 50 reviews. more info below, but EVERY REVIEW helps!
#gamedev #indiedev #solodev #indiegame
an unplayable game?! on Steam
a game about accessibility settings that's just a *bit* too hard for you to play effectively. 10-15 minutes in length with 30+ minutes of developer commentary!
store.steampowered.com
November 21, 2025 at 8:08 PM
This game is an amazing way to learn about gaming accessibility…through gamification, what can be more perfect?
Help this game find its way to more players by playing it (it’s very short!) and leaving a review!
Help this game find its way to more players by playing it (it’s very short!) and leaving a review!
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Accessibility is the main factor of whether I dislike a game. It’s not that the game is bad but it’s a bad experience for me. There is often this frustration when I see other gamers easily experiencing a game that I can’t play. There’s this thought of I’m less and wish I could do more. 🙏
November 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Accessibility is the main factor of whether I dislike a game. It’s not that the game is bad but it’s a bad experience for me. There is often this frustration when I see other gamers easily experiencing a game that I can’t play. There’s this thought of I’m less and wish I could do more. 🙏
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If you ever wanted to get the Proteus Controller, but didn't want a whole 30+ piece of kit, the Aurora Series is perfect for you.
And it's from an Irish company too!
#GamesAccessibility #Accessibility #A11y #IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #SpeirGhorm #IrishGameDomination
And it's from an Irish company too!
#GamesAccessibility #Accessibility #A11y #IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #SpeirGhorm #IrishGameDomination
Meet the Proteus Builder™ Aurora Series. Limited Edition. Compact. Powerful.
Precision play, mastered with one hand.
✅ Aurora-Themed Caps
✅ Pre-Assembled
✅ Macros
✅ HID/GIP Switching
The next gen is here. Pre-order now byowave.com/products/pro...
Precision play, mastered with one hand.
✅ Aurora-Themed Caps
✅ Pre-Assembled
✅ Macros
✅ HID/GIP Switching
The next gen is here. Pre-order now byowave.com/products/pro...
November 17, 2025 at 10:35 AM
If you ever wanted to get the Proteus Controller, but didn't want a whole 30+ piece of kit, the Aurora Series is perfect for you.
And it's from an Irish company too!
#GamesAccessibility #Accessibility #A11y #IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #SpeirGhorm #IrishGameDomination
And it's from an Irish company too!
#GamesAccessibility #Accessibility #A11y #IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #SpeirGhorm #IrishGameDomination
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hey! fuck ai!
here's my ai-free game, gen ai wasn't used at all during development. its heartfelt and all about empathy and accessibility and making games for everyone.
it's free, and only 5-15 minutes long! you can play it during your lunch break, even!!
#gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #solodev
here's my ai-free game, gen ai wasn't used at all during development. its heartfelt and all about empathy and accessibility and making games for everyone.
it's free, and only 5-15 minutes long! you can play it during your lunch break, even!!
#gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #solodev
happy #PitchYaGame day!
my first solo game just came out: it's called "an unplayable game?!" and it's a short platforming experience about the importance of accessibility settings.
completely FREE and made with no AI, available on steam now! includes 30+ mins of dev commentary!
#gamedev #indiegame
my first solo game just came out: it's called "an unplayable game?!" and it's a short platforming experience about the importance of accessibility settings.
completely FREE and made with no AI, available on steam now! includes 30+ mins of dev commentary!
#gamedev #indiegame
an unplayable game?! on Steam
a game about accessibility settings that's just a *bit* too hard for you to play effectively. 10-15 minutes in length with 30+ minutes of developer commentary!
store.steampowered.com
November 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM
hey! fuck ai!
here's my ai-free game, gen ai wasn't used at all during development. its heartfelt and all about empathy and accessibility and making games for everyone.
it's free, and only 5-15 minutes long! you can play it during your lunch break, even!!
#gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #solodev
here's my ai-free game, gen ai wasn't used at all during development. its heartfelt and all about empathy and accessibility and making games for everyone.
it's free, and only 5-15 minutes long! you can play it during your lunch break, even!!
#gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #solodev
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Today our #new #Game for #blind launched on the #AppStore
👾🔥👉 apps.apple.com/de/app/audio...
#gamedev #news #gamenews #indiedev #gamedesign #ios #android #mobilegames #accessibility #barrier-free #audio #sound #audiogame
👾🔥👉 apps.apple.com/de/app/audio...
#gamedev #news #gamenews #indiedev #gamedesign #ios #android #mobilegames #accessibility #barrier-free #audio #sound #audiogame
November 20, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Today our #new #Game for #blind launched on the #AppStore
👾🔥👉 apps.apple.com/de/app/audio...
#gamedev #news #gamenews #indiedev #gamedesign #ios #android #mobilegames #accessibility #barrier-free #audio #sound #audiogame
👾🔥👉 apps.apple.com/de/app/audio...
#gamedev #news #gamenews #indiedev #gamedesign #ios #android #mobilegames #accessibility #barrier-free #audio #sound #audiogame
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@ indie game devs: please PLEASE put audio settings and accessibility options in your demos!
November 18, 2025 at 6:22 PM
@ indie game devs: please PLEASE put audio settings and accessibility options in your demos!
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AIR RIDERS HAS REAL ACTUAL ACCESSIBILITY OPTIONS LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO🎉🔥🎉🎊
November 20, 2025 at 8:49 PM
AIR RIDERS HAS REAL ACTUAL ACCESSIBILITY OPTIONS LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO🎉🔥🎉🎊
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I'm breaking down what each of the games nominated in the "Innovation in Accessibility" category for #TheGameAwards had in terms of pushing accessibility forward.
Today is all about @doom.com DOOM: The Dark Ages
youtu.be/zUV8NU6q980
Today is all about @doom.com DOOM: The Dark Ages
youtu.be/zUV8NU6q980
DOOM The Dark Ages: Breaking Down Its Game Awards Accessibility Nomination
YouTube video by Steve Saylor
youtu.be
November 21, 2025 at 3:13 PM
I'm breaking down what each of the games nominated in the "Innovation in Accessibility" category for #TheGameAwards had in terms of pushing accessibility forward.
Today is all about @doom.com DOOM: The Dark Ages
youtu.be/zUV8NU6q980
Today is all about @doom.com DOOM: The Dark Ages
youtu.be/zUV8NU6q980
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The team is incredibly proud to be nominated for two categories at The Game Awards: Games for Impact and Innovation in Accessibility.
This game was built for everyone, so everyone could play it.
Congrats to all the nominees!♥️
This game was built for everyone, so everyone could play it.
Congrats to all the nominees!♥️
November 19, 2025 at 1:54 PM
The team is incredibly proud to be nominated for two categories at The Game Awards: Games for Impact and Innovation in Accessibility.
This game was built for everyone, so everyone could play it.
Congrats to all the nominees!♥️
This game was built for everyone, so everyone could play it.
Congrats to all the nominees!♥️
@arevya.bsky.social hey, check DMs :)
November 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
@arevya.bsky.social hey, check DMs :)
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Ghost of Yōtei New Game Plus launches Nov 24
⚔️ Harder difficulty
👺 New armor sets and weapon dyes
🔁 Replay missions
🎮 New accessibility options
...and more. Full details: play.st/4873etI
⚔️ Harder difficulty
👺 New armor sets and weapon dyes
🔁 Replay missions
🎮 New accessibility options
...and more. Full details: play.st/4873etI
November 19, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Ghost of Yōtei New Game Plus launches Nov 24
⚔️ Harder difficulty
👺 New armor sets and weapon dyes
🔁 Replay missions
🎮 New accessibility options
...and more. Full details: play.st/4873etI
⚔️ Harder difficulty
👺 New armor sets and weapon dyes
🔁 Replay missions
🎮 New accessibility options
...and more. Full details: play.st/4873etI
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New accessibility in Ghost of Yotei in the new update coming.
No details for what specifically other than directional remapping (no patch notes yet), but hopefully there will be some significant updates.
No details for what specifically other than directional remapping (no patch notes yet), but hopefully there will be some significant updates.
Ghost of Yōtei New Game Plus launches Nov 24
⚔️ Harder difficulty
👺 New armor sets and weapon dyes
🔁 Replay missions
🎮 New accessibility options
...and more. Full details: play.st/4873etI
⚔️ Harder difficulty
👺 New armor sets and weapon dyes
🔁 Replay missions
🎮 New accessibility options
...and more. Full details: play.st/4873etI
November 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
New accessibility in Ghost of Yotei in the new update coming.
No details for what specifically other than directional remapping (no patch notes yet), but hopefully there will be some significant updates.
No details for what specifically other than directional remapping (no patch notes yet), but hopefully there will be some significant updates.
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If you can help in sharing these that'll really help. a) this is new for me taking clips from a longer video to hopefully trick the YouTube algorithm lol and b) I'm seeing almost zero talk about the accessibility category (including some even skipping the category all together).
November 19, 2025 at 4:14 PM
If you can help in sharing these that'll really help. a) this is new for me taking clips from a longer video to hopefully trick the YouTube algorithm lol and b) I'm seeing almost zero talk about the accessibility category (including some even skipping the category all together).
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Over the next few days I'll be posting clips of my main video doing a breakdown of #TheGameAwards Accessibility category to help explain why each game was nominated.
First up today is #Atomfall
youtu.be/QB6gh77RwR4
First up today is #Atomfall
youtu.be/QB6gh77RwR4
The Game Awards Nominated Atomfall for Accessibility - Let Me Show You Why
YouTube video by Steve Saylor
youtu.be
November 19, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Over the next few days I'll be posting clips of my main video doing a breakdown of #TheGameAwards Accessibility category to help explain why each game was nominated.
First up today is #Atomfall
youtu.be/QB6gh77RwR4
First up today is #Atomfall
youtu.be/QB6gh77RwR4
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I'm breaking down the nominations for "Innovation in Accessibility" at @thegameawards.com.
Yesterday I talked about Atomfall, today is @compulsiongames.bsky.social's South Of Midnight
youtu.be/NrBcdAWBvFU
Yesterday I talked about Atomfall, today is @compulsiongames.bsky.social's South Of Midnight
youtu.be/NrBcdAWBvFU
The Game Awards Nominated South Of Midnight for Accessibility - Let Me Show You Why
YouTube video by Steve Saylor
youtu.be
November 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
I'm breaking down the nominations for "Innovation in Accessibility" at @thegameawards.com.
Yesterday I talked about Atomfall, today is @compulsiongames.bsky.social's South Of Midnight
youtu.be/NrBcdAWBvFU
Yesterday I talked about Atomfall, today is @compulsiongames.bsky.social's South Of Midnight
youtu.be/NrBcdAWBvFU
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