In the past year, Sony Interactive Entertainment has expanded PlayStation 5 accessibility with the DualSense Edge controller for competitive gamers and PlayStation Portal for remote play. PlayStation Access, designed for accessibility, aims to enable more players to enjoy games. Feedback from a player with ALS highlighted the controller’s strengths and areas for improvement. While praised for customization options, developers need to focus on making games more accessible. Games like Final Fantasy 16 and God of War: Ragnarok showcase good accessibility options. PlayStation Access has room for improvement, especially in button functionality customization. Expanding efforts to PC gaming could further enhance accessibility. Continued support and investment from developers and Sony are crucial for PlayStation Access to reach its full potential.
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