Our youngest ( 3) has CVI ( cortical vision impairment) and a combination of hyper and hypotonia which causes motor control issues.
He watches his older brother play games and I can tell he wants to play, but most games are out of his reach as far as we can tell. He can play simple I pad games.
We do worry when he’s older, how he can play games on switch or onex, especially with the hostile attitude some gamers have with expanding accessibility options.
Reading some of the comments here, I hope certain members never have to experience a special needs child, or have an accident that limits their ability to do things like play games.
My son ( 3 years old ) has upper phase2/lower phase 3 CVI which is the most common yet one of the most least understood visual impairments in the developed world. He also is currently non verbal.
So we are on the outside looking in when trying to figure out what he sees. Often times for example he watches videos on his I pad sideways. Where the top is actually facing right and the left side of the I pad is on top. We often wonder how he can interact with computers and games later in life.
For anyone interested in CVI this is an excellent resource.
I’m in the same boat. Have a few other titles to pick up still seeing we are new switch owners. Mainly focused on 3+ multiplayer couch co op for the family.
The problem for me is the games I want are not popular enough to get added.
Koei’s PTO and operation Europe will never be seen again, same goes for Red Baron or aces over Europe. Wing Commander is gone who knows what happened to its licensing.
That so called person of the year is a puppet that will be tossed aside when no longer needed. Politics as normal no matter what side of the debate your on.
I think the adaptive controller has a place on the list. It would of been wonderful for several people I’ve known over the years to play games.
It will happen eventually, but I doubt anytime soon. Older generations die out, younger ones who don’t have the attachments to the physical aspects will take their place.
Just bought the switch for my sons Christmas gift.
We were tempted to wait until next year for the new PS5/Scarlett but realized they won’t be worth it at least initially. That and the 10 year gap between my kids( 11, 18 months) the switch is the best bet for us.
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Our youngest ( 3) has CVI ( cortical vision impairment) and a combination of hyper and hypotonia which causes motor control issues.
He watches his older brother play games and I can tell he wants to play, but most games are out of his reach as far as we can tell. He can play simple I pad games.
We do worry when he’s older, how he can play games on switch or onex, especially with the hostile attitude some gamers have with expanding accessibility options.
Re: Best Nintendo Switch Strategy Games
Really wish there was more Grand strategy games for Switch or at least a new C&C but those are pipe dreams
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Shame there is never awareness raised for things like cortical vision impairment or childhood apraxia of speech.
Re: Rumour: "Warner Bros Multiversus" Is A Smash Bros. Imitator With Batman, Gandalf And, Er, Shaggy
Definitely need to have Pinky and the Brain and Elmira 🤣
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Seems like a perfect game for family game night
Re: Feature: Steven Spohn On Strides In Accessibility For Gaming, And Nintendo's Room For Improvement
Good to see my point was missed.
Re: Feature: Steven Spohn On Strides In Accessibility For Gaming, And Nintendo's Room For Improvement
Reading some of the comments here, I hope certain members never have to experience a special needs child, or have an accident that limits their ability to do things like play games.
Re: Feature: Steven Spohn On Strides In Accessibility For Gaming, And Nintendo's Room For Improvement
It’s difficult to try and adapt to everyone’s limitations, there are so many potential ones out there.
My 3 year old is diagnosed with CVI, we have no idea how limited his vision is because he’s also non verbal.
We hope when he’s old enough he can play games, he wants to with his brother
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It will be the greatest gaming accessory of all time
The Power Glove
( unless it’s been added already and I missed it, been awhile since I played )
Re: Feature: How Accessible Are Zelda, Pokémon And Animal Crossing For Blind Gamers?
Very interesting article
My son ( 3 years old ) has upper phase2/lower phase 3 CVI which is the most common yet one of the most least understood visual impairments in the developed world. He also is currently non verbal.
So we are on the outside looking in when trying to figure out what he sees. Often times for example he watches videos on his I pad sideways. Where the top is actually facing right and the left side of the I pad is on top. We often wonder how he can interact with computers and games later in life.
For anyone interested in CVI this is an excellent resource.
https://cviscotland.org/documents.php?did=1
Who knows, maybe you can share it and help someone.
Re: Feature: Our Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch Games Of 2020
@yas
I’m in the same boat. Have a few other titles to pick up still seeing we are new switch owners. Mainly focused on 3+ multiplayer couch co op for the family.
Re: Feature: Our Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch Games Of 2020
Nothing noteworthy that fits my interest unfortunately,
Re: Best Of 2019: Why You'll Never Get To Play Your Favourite Retro Game On Switch
The problem for me is the games I want are not popular enough to get added.
Koei’s PTO and operation Europe will never be seen again, same goes for Red Baron or aces over Europe. Wing Commander is gone who knows what happened to its licensing.
The list is almost endless
Re: Editorial: Merry Christmas And Happy Holidays From Everyone At Nintendo Life
Merry Christmas everyone
Re: Switch Recognised As One Of The "Most Important And Influential Gadgets" Of The Decade
That so called person of the year is a puppet that will be tossed aside when no longer needed. Politics as normal no matter what side of the debate your on.
I think the adaptive controller has a place on the list. It would of been wonderful for several people I’ve known over the years to play games.
Re: Former Nintendo Of America President Reggie Says The Future Of Games Is In The Cloud
It will happen eventually, but I doubt anytime soon. Older generations die out, younger ones who don’t have the attachments to the physical aspects will take their place.
Re: The Latest Patch For Civilization VI On Switch Resolves Victory Crashes
Good to see it’s been fixed
Got it for my sons Christmas ( along with the switch) and was worried about this.
Re: Reminder: Nintendo Switch's NES And SNES Library Gets Six New Games Today
Nothing of interest for me, but a lot of games I want are likely never to be added.
Re: Video: Here's The Launch Trailer For Ashen, Switch's Latest Open World RPG
Does this have couch co op or is it online only? Also is it continuous co-op or do you have long periods of solo play.
Might be a fun game for me and my wife
Re: "Around 10 New Games" Will Be Revealed At The Game Awards 2019
New character added to Super Mario Maker 2
Re: Nintendo Expands The Switch Online SNES And NES Service With Six Classic Games
Nothing in that for me, but to be fair none of the games I like ever get added to retro collections. It’s good to see it get expanded even more tho.
Re: Nintendo's Mario Kart 8 Switch Bundle Dominated This Year's Black Friday Sales
Did not pick up a MK 8 bundle but did buy a switch. Should be a fun family console for couch co op
Re: Travel Back To An Alternate World War II In Broken Lines, A Tactical RPG Coming To Switch Next Year
@YANDMAN
Rather have historically based vs worn out mech theme’s.
Re: Travel Back To An Alternate World War II In Broken Lines, A Tactical RPG Coming To Switch Next Year
Interesting, will have to keep an eye out for it.
Re: Feature: Why You'll Never Get To Play Your Favourite Retro Game On Switch
@antonvaltaz
Unfortunately my toddler managed to kill my computer and I’ve not had the time or budget to replace it.
Re: Feature: Why You'll Never Get To Play Your Favourite Retro Game On Switch
It breaks my heart that it’s almost impossible to share some of my favorite games from childhood with my kids.
Games like Wing Commander( legal nightmare) Series, Koei’s PTO amongst other s will likely never see the light of day on modern systems.
I’m fortunate that Sid Meier’s pirates seems to get added to every generation ( yes I’m old lol)
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Gotta love the liber... I mean reasonable people.
Re: Round Up: The Pokémon Sword And Shield Reviews Are In, And It's Not As Bad As You Feared
People have made up their minds already despite what the reviews say.
Most of the haters will likely buy it regardless.
Re: Nintendo Wants To Sell Switch "For As Long As Possible", Has "No Plans" To Cut Pricing
Just bought the switch for my sons Christmas gift.
We were tempted to wait until next year for the new PS5/Scarlett but realized they won’t be worth it at least initially. That and the 10 year gap between my kids( 11, 18 months) the switch is the best bet for us.