by National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS)
The National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS) is a Canadian nonprofit that provides books and resources in accessible formats to people with print disabilities, sustained by Canadian public libraries. Their Accessible Board and Card Games page is a free public resource summarising the accessible gaming landscape for people with print and physical disabilities.
The guide explains the social value of accessible gaming and points readers to tactile and braille board games, large-print card games, third-party accessibility kits such as those from 64 Oz. Games, Mattel's brailled UNO deck, and the screen-reader-native online platform QuentinC's Playroom. The resource covers both commercial products and low-cost or free adaptation strategies for existing games.
People with vision loss, low vision, or physical disabilities affecting hand use who want to participate in tabletop and card gaming, as well as caregivers, educators, and library staff who support them in finding accessible game options.
Music and Memory trains care facilities and families to create personalised playlists for people with dementia and other cognitive conditions, helping them reconnect with memories, reduce anxiety, and improve quality of life. Over 5,800 organisations across the US and internationally have been certified in their programme since 2010.
Music and Memory Inc.
The Xbox Adaptive Controller is a customisable gaming hub designed for players with limited mobility. With 19 external input ports and broad compatibility across Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, it lets users connect switches, joysticks, and buttons in any configuration that works for their body.
Microsoft Xbox
SpecialEffect is a UK charity that helps physically disabled people play video games by adapting controllers and using eye-tracking technology. They provide free expert assessments, custom setups, and developer tools — including EyeMine for eye-controlled Minecraft and Eye Gaze Games for browser-based play.
SpecialEffect
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