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Can I Play That? is an accessibility-focused games publication that reviews video games and reports industry news from the perspective of disabled players. Its stated mission is "For Disabled Gamers, By Disabled Gamers." If you want to know whether a specific game will work for your needs before buying it, or you follow accessibility developments in the games industry, this site is built for that purpose.
What the site covers
The publication organizes its work into a few recurring content types:
- Accessibility reviews — full reviews of individual games that assess how well (or poorly) they handle accessibility, often broken down by categories like motor, visual, auditory, and cognitive needs.
- News — industry announcements related to accessibility, such as new accessible hardware, accessibility feature rollouts, and conference lineups.
- Indie Spotlight — a recurring feature highlighting smaller or independent games and their accessibility.
- Community and event coverage — items like accessible gaming conferences, charity dice sets, and studio launches.
Who it's for
The site explicitly frames itself around disabled gamers. In practice, that means:
- Players who need to check accessibility features before committing to a game.
- Developers and accessibility advocates who want industry news and critique.
- Anyone researching how a specific title handles remapping, contrast, subtitles, difficulty options, or assistive features.
How reviews are framed
Reviews tend to lead with the accessibility verdict rather than burying it. For example, an Indie Spotlight on TOEM 2 notes that its accessibility is mainly held back by a lack of remapping and some low-contrast text. A review of Onimusha: Way of the Sword criticizes a "perplexing lack of industry standard motor-accessibility features." This pattern — naming the specific missing or present features — is what makes the reviews useful as a pre-purchase check rather than a general score.
What you'll find in the news section
Recent coverage illustrates the scope:
| Topic | Example |
|---|---|
| Accessible hardware | Xbox Nano Controller announcement |
| Industry tagging standards | Ubisoft and Riot Games expanding Accessible Games Initiative tags |
| Community products | Sirius Dice Disability Pride set with D&D Beyond |
| Events | DRiVE accessible sim racing conference; GAConf USA 2026 lineup |
| Studio news | Rebind Studios launch by an industry accessibility veteran |
How to use the site
- Before buying a game — search the site for an accessibility review of that title and read the feature breakdown, not just the headline.
- Following industry trends — check the News section for hardware, standards, and event announcements.
- Discovering smaller titles — browse the Indie Spotlight series for games that may not get mainstream accessibility coverage.
The site also maintains a presence on Bluesky for updates. Donation links (via PayPal) appear on the site, but the content itself is presented as a publication rather than a paid service.