r/disabledgamers Jan 05 '23

Checkout the DisabledGamers discord!

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https://discord.gg/UBBcDpFzcT

Always happy to hear if anyone has any suggestions for the server.


r/disabledgamers May 19 '26

News Announcing the Accessible Gaming Wiki

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Hi all!

This is a project I've wanted to make for many years, but I never really found the time until now. I've always felt one of the most difficult parts about being a disabled gamer is scouring the internet looking for resources. At least for me, this is especially the case in the blind gaming community. For those reasons, I decided to create a wiki where people can create pages and share information about game accessibility: hardware, mods, guides, academic papers, links to other resources, etc. Currently the wiki supports the creation and editing of pages, a search feature, account creation and email authentication, spam protections, text or visual editors, file uploads, and more.

Since I am blind, many of the pages I've been working on are focused on my disability, so I'm really hoping people with other disabilities can contribute their knowledge to the wiki. Below are a few pages I'm proud of:

I'm curious to know what you all think and am of course open to any suggestions.

Link to the wiki


r/disabledgamers 6h ago

Finding an easily workable streaming setup

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I created a channel on twitch and I also created a discord to start streaming my video game content. The only issue is because of my cerebral palsy and my limited range of motion. I only have use of my right hand if there are any gamers in the community that do stream, what equipment do you use and are you able to set up your stream completely by yourself? I don’t always wanna rely on the help of others when I want to practice and broadcast my gameplay online I want something that I can easily shift around on a table top that would still be able to see my TV and give the viewers a good view of myself.

Granted my apartment in New York City is a literal shoebox and the living room in the kitchen are in one space so there’s a lot of traffic in the background sometimes, but nevertheless, I at least want to test it out. If anyone could recommend some stands, table tops with swivel arms or things of that nature currently the only recording device I have is my Mac laptop and I have an iPad as well. I am also on a fixed income, so I’m trying to find a good quality and budget friendly set up so I’m not breaking the bank too much.


r/disabledgamers 1d ago

Touchscreen as a joystick or mouse?

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I'm building this specialized keyboard for a colleague with cerebral palsy,

https://www.reddit.com/r/embedded/s/85Bkfji16v

And as a side project, I'm thinking that a small touchscreen could be used to simulate a game controller or a mouse.

Do you think it will be useful? What would you prefer, a gamepad or a mouse? Or both, with a switch between them? Also, Bluetooth or wired?

I've got a 7*7cm touchscreen device that can't be used as a USB device, but it should be usable for Bluetooth. I'll build a prototype if it could help someone.

Here's the device. For some reason, the designers decided not to wire the USB pins of Esp32-s3 to the USB port: https://www.guition.com/esp32-display-module/4-inch-esp32s3-display-module


r/disabledgamers 1d ago

Looking for advice as a gamer with a disability who is just starting out in Street Fighter 6 and wants to compete

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Hi everyone,
My name is Tyrese. I’m 27 years old and from New York City. I have cerebral palsy, specifically triplegic cerebral palsy, which affects the left side of my body and both of my legs. I’m completely wheelchair-bound and only have the use of my right hand.

About four or five months ago, my 19-year-old cousin got me back into gaming after I’d been away from it for quite a while. Since then, I’ve discovered the incredible world of competitive gaming, especially the fighting game community and Street Fighter 6.

For years, I watched tournaments and high-level players on YouTube, but this past weekend I attended my first Street Fighter 6 tournament in Manhattan. Experiencing it in person took my excitement to a completely different level. The atmosphere, the competition, and being surrounded by people who genuinely love breaking down the game made me realize that I want to work toward competing myself.
As a gamer with a disability, I still have a lot to figure out when it comes to my setup. I’m trying to find a controller and overall configuration that works with my physical limitations so I can consistently move my character, execute combos, time Drive Impacts, Drive Parries, and other mechanics as effectively as possible.
While I’m still figuring out the hardware side of things, I wanted to ask the community for advice.
Beyond simply practicing combos, what are the biggest skills or habits that a new competitive player should focus on? What should I be practicing now if my long-term goal is to compete at a higher level?

I’d also love to hear from other players with disabilities. What have been your biggest challenges? Are there things you wish you had considered earlier when choosing a controller or building your setup? Are there any accessibility tips that have made a big difference for you?
One of my biggest goals is to see more people with physical disabilities represented in the Street Fighter and fighting game communities, especially here in New York City. Going to that tournament reminded me that the FGC is about much more than just winning. It was inspiring to be around people who are passionate about improving, learning from one another, and sharing their knowledge. It was an incredibly valuable experience that motivated me to keep practicing and build my confidence as both a player and a competitor.

If there are any players with disabilities who are active in the New York tournament scene, I’d love to connect. Whether it’s talking about your experience, comparing setups, or even getting in some practice games, I’d really appreciate the opportunity to learn from you.
Thank you all for taking the time to read this, and I truly appreciate any advice you can share.


r/disabledgamers 23h ago

Is it possible to click using a physical mouse while Mill Mouse is running with the Tobii Eye Tracker? In other words, can I use Mill Mouse and the Tobii Eye Tracker to move the cursor, and use the physical mouse only for left and right clicks?

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Is it possible to click using a physical mouse while Mill Mouse is running with the Tobii Eye Tracker? In other words, can I use Mill Mouse and the Tobii Eye Tracker to move the cursor, and use the physical mouse only for left and right clicks?


r/disabledgamers 1d ago

Play Cyberpunk 2077 using a gaze‑based controller, such as Beam Eye Tracker and GazeStick

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I apologize in advance for the repeated uploads. This will (probably) be the last one for a while.

The purpose of this video is not just to once again claim that the FPS genre is playable.

I wanted to emphasize that Cyberpunk 2077 is overwhelmingly easier to play than Borderlands 3, which I uploaded earlier.

The aim assist in Cyberpunk 2077 is so good that it doesn’t even really require eye tracking, and I completed my first playthrough in a completely different way because of it.

That made me curious how much more comfortable it would be to play using eye tracking, so I decided to run it again after a long time.

As you can see, it works wonderfully. I plan to start a second playthrough soon with a higher difficulty.

I truly love the aim assist feature.

If you want to know more about GazeStick: https://crowking63.github.io/GazeStick/


r/disabledgamers 1d ago

I have a tendon injury in my right (dominant) thumb that won't go away. I want to play switch games but it severely exacerbates my pain. Any recommendations on what I can do or special accessories I can use? Thanks

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r/disabledgamers 1d ago

Turn your Kinect v2 into a flawless Windows mouse & media controller!

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r/disabledgamers 2d ago

looking for headsets with better audio as a CI wearer

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hi all!

I have recently gotten into gaming with my xbox but am experiencing issues with mono audio on the headset being much less than desirable.

I am profoundly deaf and primarily wear a CI on my left side which I thought would be relatively easy to navigate with mono audio on headphones but it has been incredibly painful to try to get it to work. the audio often still slides in and out between ear cups so I have a terrible listening experience and this is with a wired headset.

i'm looking for any advice or recommendations on how to improve the mono audio experience or any headsets that have left side output only that is a single speaker. aesthetics are a bonus atp, I just want something that works :/

thank you in advance !!


r/disabledgamers 3d ago

controllers for feet usable with nintendo switch?

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hello, due to wrist/finger pain I am looking into alternative setups for the first time. I want to know what everyone's setups look like who uses foot controls. I've been looking into fight sticks and stuff but im not sure how comfortable they will be to press. If anyone has resources or youtubers that use these kind of setups, or any recommendations, that would be appreciated. thank you!

I was considering the playstation access controller but i need to have a good way to press dpad buttons in addition to joystick and idk how well that would work.


r/disabledgamers 3d ago

Bed-bound Gaming tips

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I made a video showing my bedside setup with a variety of useful items and tips I've accumulated over the last 4 years. Hopefully someone can find a piece that they find useful.

No brand affiliations, marketing or anything. The channel isn't even monetized.


r/disabledgamers 3d ago

looking for dependable joystick

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i use dualscensce for my left hand and ps5,accesss controller for right.i keep going through joysyicks think im to hard on them doescanyine know where I can get it and they can deliver kind of fast? thanks


r/disabledgamers 3d ago

GazeStick: A Potential Solution If You Play One-Handed

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Beam Eye Tracker tracks gaze and head movements through a webcam, allowing you to control the camera view in various driving simulation game genres.

However, I’m not interested in driving trucks or planes—I just enjoy roaming around open worlds.

Additionally, I cannot move my head.

For someone like me, the most helpful solution would be a combination of Tobii Eye Tracker and Mill Mouse.

I’ve used that combination before, but unfortunately, my Tobii Eye Tracker recently broke. Replacing it felt too costly, so I started looking for alternatives.

Beam Eye Tracker provides a kit for developers. I’m not a developer, but I enjoy using AI to build different things. So, I created a simple program that simulates the right stick of a virtual controller based on my gaze.

Beam Eye Tracker isn’t a perfect replacement. Webcam-based tracking struggles to control the mouse accurately. However, when mapped to a controller’s right stick, it allows surprisingly smooth camera control—and even makes FPS gameplay possible.

Since I made this out of necessity, I’m sharing it here.

https://crowking63.github.io/GazeStick/


r/disabledgamers 3d ago

Beating the boss hands free in Adventures of Elliot!

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r/disabledgamers 3d ago

Combining multiple controllers into one console??

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Hi guys,

Context: I’m a quadriplegic person with some good movement in my left hand, meaning I can use the left side of a ps5 controller quite well. However, the right hand is almost completely useless, and I’ve been thinking of maybe using a Quad Stick to make up for the hand.

Is there a way I could play the ps5 using both a normal ps5 controller + Quad Stick for the controls I can’t use?

Any advice is genuinely much appreciated, thank you guys :)


r/disabledgamers 3d ago

I made an adventure game where the hero isn’t trying to save the world. He just wants to live his life

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r/disabledgamers 3d ago

Read the Mill Mouse manual

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Spend some time reading it. It will be worth it. You will discover new features that might help you and help solve some of the issues that often gets asked about.

https://millmouse.wordpress.com/


r/disabledgamers 4d ago

Playground platformer/exciting walking sim

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Looking for a game for a mentally challenged child (somewhat motor challenged).

Is there by any chance a 3d platformer game that is entirely just a free playground of audio/visual stims? no puzzles, no tough jumps, just running around with the world reacting to the player in a playful way.

To help with the comparison, something like mario 64 is better than hat in time, because hat in time has a slew of menus and tough jumps in the beginning of the game, but in Mario 64, the first 2 levels can just be walked around in without collecting stars albeit with a few tough obstacles.

I would compare what im looking for to be a "walking simulator" but those tend to be made for adults and have more adult and boring themes.


r/disabledgamers 3d ago

Anyone tried these Chinese knock off Tobii 4C?

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They're on Ebay. I have high hopes. I believe these are ripped out of Alienware laptops that had inbuilt eye trackers, the same circuit boards that are in Tobii 4C. Then fitted with an enclosure and cables.


r/disabledgamers 4d ago

I had a stroke and was top 50 playing NHL

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I have right side weakness and can’t really use my right hand at all. I use the Xbox elite controller with the two paddles on the back. I was able to practice and most people are shocked that I’m playing using 1 hand. I found some friends and play the 3v3 mode where you control just your guy. The reason I’m making this post is not to brag, it’s to give hope that you can game at a high level. You have to put the work in. I know it’s not easy.


r/disabledgamers 4d ago

Casting opportunity for a disabled gamer

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🎮 UK gamers aged 18–25 who use tube feeding are wanted for a paid photo & film campaign with a sibling, cousin, partner, best friend or caregiver. ✨ £4,000 fee + expenses. Interested? Email 📧 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])


r/disabledgamers 5d ago

What device do you wish you had to help with your disabilities that isn't made today?

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I am currently an engineering major and have a thesis coming up. For the thesis I want to invent a device that can help disabled people in some way. Because I need to create smth that hasn't been done before and is useful somehow, I need original ideas. I thought I would ask here as I'm not in the community. So is there any big problem you have that you feel like could be solved if given the proper tool and isn't anywhere in the market? This is good for me and the community as I benefit from a good device and thesis and the community benefits from having more disabilities aids. I have also posted this on r/AssistiveTechnology


r/disabledgamers 4d ago

Shoulder surgery, left arm only gaming

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So..i had shoulder surgery for a dislocated shoulder and im looking at 6 weeks recovery in sling.

Now I love to play Fortnite on my ps5 with a mouse and keyboard but having only one arm , its out of the question.

I know im asking for a lot but is there some sort of left handed mouse that would allow for both the aiming and movement? All in one hand? I also have two feet so...ive seen pedals as well. Something that can work with Ps5.

Wondering if anyone else has found some great combo or something or do I just gotta suffer without Fortnite lol and games in general. Im sure after a few weeks id be able to hold a controller but I loathe a controller. I guess I can just play story driven non competitive games.

Any help would be appreciated.


r/disabledgamers 4d ago

ps5 access controller stick drift problems

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i have bought 4 access controllers in past year and a half and was wondering if anyone else had had stick drift problems? i know iam kinda hard on them playing with fighting games but they shouldnt drift after few months of using . my opinion is i think there garbage and does anyone know of any joystick options that are cheap and durable?