by Alex Krefetz Video games have grown from humble beginnings roughly thirty years ago to a multibillion industry. Millions of players around the world use consoles, mobile phones and computers to play the newest titles. The industry continues to seek out new players and markets for their games. For some, playing games provides challenges beyond simply beating a final boss. There are many people who find games inaccessible for a variety of reasons. When developers seek to increase the accessibility of their game, both they and consumers benefit. However, the challenge of making games accessible to everyone is no easy task, and the ongoing quest for accessibility continues with both successes and failures. Brandon Cole plays games without the use of sight. While many may think a lack of vision would make playing video games impossible, Brandon continues to speak about his experiences playing mainstream games on his blog. I had an opportunity to interview Brandon about his history gaming, some of the techniques he uses to play, and how he thinks developers can make games more acceptable in the future. Alex: How old were you when you first started playing video games? What consoles and systems did you play … Continue reading Accessibility in Games: An Interview with Brandon Cole, a Gamer Who Plays Without Sight