This article has been written from the perspective of gamers with visual acuity of 20/200 (6/60) or less.
10. Max Payne.
This game didn’t snag this spot for its stunning graphics or simple control scheme. It’s the story that pivots this game to the ranking. At the time of its release there were little games, in my eyes, that developed a fully fleshed out story.
9. Splinter cell.
You can’t go wrong with a game that hurtles you into a sneaky situation and says, “Okay get out of this.” The stealth mechanic is utterly chic. The controls, mapped very well for someone with a physical disability, are the goodies that keep this game at this ranking. Their some of the smoothest control schemes I’ve ever seen in a stealth shooter.
8. Jet Grind Radio.
This game screams “I’m wicked fun!” and it even backs up this boast with gameplay where you just leap on walls, paint them, fly through the city on skates, demolishing scenery with your gorgeous artwork, and defeating cops while you’re at it. For its time this game wasn’t the best in the voice acting department but still accessible to my visually impaired eyes since the text expanded to the size of my nose.
7. Smashing Drive.
Every second counts in this game. Literally. You’re a taxi driver racing to beat your fellow driver while all the while smashing up traffic, transforming Into a monster cab with giant wheels to plow through fellow cars, smash through helicopters, boot gorillas off roofs and listen to them scream as they fly away and drive on top of the statue of liberty while trying to beat the clock. If that doesn’t scream heart pounding suspense and wave fun under your nose then I don’t know what will,
6. Bloody Roar Extreme.
This fighting game was so simple anyone could pick up a controller and play and just have a roaring time. If you’re new to fighting games and mash random buttons the game presents you with a combo just by hitting one button. It’s very forgiving, especially to the physically disabled, and thus is why this game gets to be in this ranking. The game even designates special moves based on one button. Skilled fighters will easily be able to combine the simplistic controls and, with some flare, whip an enemy until death as he floats in midair, limp as a doll as you pound away at him. This game is easy on the fingers, and it’s something literally everyone can enjoy.
5. MAGIC: the gathering. 2013
I’m a stickler for card games so this is why magic gets this spot. It also is very forgiving to the visually disabled. Cards can be magnified so I could read what they said, and there’s even an audio tutorial. It’s a good game if you want to lay down your deck to duel. Each card has an explanation underneath it so new players can learn the gist of the game as well.
4. Saints row 2.
Most games these days try very hard to be serious. Saints row does everything to be as morbid as possible and that’s why this game slots in here. I’ve never played a game that rewards me for whatever crazy thought that races through my head. Usually, in a sandbox driving game, if you give me a car to ride around in the first thing I’d want to do is strip off all my clothes and cruise around the city picking up old ladies while running over old men. Not only does Saints Row reward you for doing outlandish things like drive your car successfully through a crowd of police barricade, it literally applauds you for being creepily creative.
3. Splinter cell Convictions.
With the best controls I’ve seen in a game this game makes physically disabled gamers feel like their always welcome. Not to mention that the riveting story is flawless and the choice to be stealthy or a ruthless assassin really play to the games strengths but it does it in such an accessible way that it’s hard not to give this game my fullest love, placing it here.
2. Star wars Knights of the Old Republic.
RPG has always been fond of me and I’ve always cuddled up with it like a monogamous lover. This game, set in my favorite universe is finally a well-patted RPG, enhanced with micro management systems so that instead of using my hands to win I can use my strategic skills in combat. Each character is fleshed out, with their own backstories accompanying your own. You can definitely be who you want to be in this adventure as you make your way through the opulent worlds. It’s gorgeous, it’s breathtaking, and it’s a flight into freedom that you’ll never want to leave. Not to mention, physically disabled gamers will have no issues with the combat. It even ads an auto pause option for even better relief. The side quests that flesh out the various stories of your side characters are also very intriguing, making you want to do them just to learn about your team and learn about your morals. This game is golden for everyone!
1. Silent Hill 2.
In my very short time of living I’ve noticed that there are many types of horror games. There’s the Resident Evil kinda horror where a man shakes your hand and then his eyes roll back in his head like he’s just gulped down some gin and then slashes at your throat. This can get real boring after a while. Then you have the Condemned kind of horror where people are hiding behind doors ready to jump out at you but the rest of the planets warn you first, which can get a little insulting. And then you have the untapped recesses of awesome that developers just don’t seem to explore anymore. This kind of horror is the kind of horror that pops in your face in such a weird way you’ll be shaking in fright as you clutch your controller. This kind of horror is sudden. You’d be talking inside of a room and then all of a sudden you’d see yourself on the other side, mimicking your actions. When you walk closer you’re soon walking on the ceiling, and you have to fight yourself. There’s nothing like horror and there never will be. For it’s time the voice acting sounded like a high school theatrical performance but the overall story can never be beaten in terms of heart stopping cardiac arrest horror. There’s no game that keeps you guessing what the twist like this one is. Also, it actually knows how to implement a very good difficulty system, making this game accessible for everyone. If you enjoy horror that will make you stay up at nights with the lights on than this game is for you. The reason why it gets my top pick is, simply put; the story was so brilliant that I’d play this game over and over again. It’s that good.
