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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2025 · 32 MIN

Blind Gamer’s Guide: No Vision, No Problem, Just Wins!

from Blind Level Tech · host Aftersight

In this episode of Blind Level Tech, Evan Starnes and Kelvin Crosby dive into the world of accessible mobile gaming. They discuss the evolution of accessible games, differences between iOS and Android gaming experiences, and highlight some of their favorite games. Evan shares his top five mobile games for blind and low-vision players, covering everything from dice-based games to text adventures and high-intensity 3D audio experiences. The hosts also debate microtransactions, accessibility features, and whether or not Kelvin can be convinced to try more mobile games. Chapter Markers 📌 00:15 - Welcome to Blind Level Tech: Tech on a whole new level 📌 00:32 - Meet the hosts: Evan returns refreshed (or not so much) 📌 02:54 - Baseball, football, and the accessibility of sports 📌 05:18 - Introducing today’s topic: Mobile gaming for the blind 📌 07:43 - Game Highlight: Dice World (Classic dice games with voiceover) 📌 10:05 - The accessibility of dice games and how they work 📌 12:31 - Game Highlight: War Shovel (Idle RPG with PVP elements) 📌 14:32 - Exploring risk and strategy in accessible games 📌 16:46 - What is 3D Audio in gaming? 📌 19:01 - Game Highlight: Audio Game Hub (Tetris for the blind and casino games) 📌 21:36 - The world of Choice of Games (Text-based adventures) 📌 23:59 - Game Highlight: Blind Drive (Fast-paced audio-based driving) 📌 26:12 - The rise of accessible gaming on Android 📌 28:34 - Sandwich of the week: Snarf’s vs. Chick-fil-A’s new spicy grilled sandwich 📌 30:56 - Closing thoughts: Will Kelvin become a mobile gamer? Key Takeaways from the Episode ✔ Accessible mobile games have evolved—there are now more options on both iOS and Android. ✔ 3D audio creates immersive gaming experiences—games like Blind Drive simulate movement using positional sound. ✔ Not all games require visual elements—text-based adventures like Choice of Games allow players to shape their own narratives. ✔ Microtransactions in accessible games are a mixed bag—some are fair, while others push excessive in-app purchases. ✔ Gaming is a great way to improve tech skills—accessible mobile games can help blind users get comfortable with their devices. Calls to Action 🎮 What accessible mobile games have you played and enjoyed? Send us your thoughts! 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Voicemail: (720) 712-8856 Tune in next time for a follow-up episode on accessible computer games! ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of Blind Level Tech, Evan Starnes and Kelvin Crosby dive into the world of accessible mobile gaming. They discuss the evolution of accessible games, differences between iOS and Android gaming experiences, and highlight some of their favorite games. Evan shares his top five mobile games for blind and low-vision players, covering everything from dice-based games to text adventures and high-intensity 3D audio experiences. The hosts also debate microtransactions, accessibility features, and whether or not Kelvin can be convinced to try more mobile games. Chapter Markers 📌 00:15 - Welcome to Blind Level Tech: Tech on a whole new level 📌 00:32 - Meet the hosts: Evan returns refreshed (or not so much) 📌 02:54 - Baseball, football, and the accessibility of sports 📌 05:18 - Introducing today’s topic: Mobile gaming for the blind 📌 07:43 - Game Highlight: Dice World (Classic dice games with voiceover) 📌 10:05 - The accessibility of dice games and how they work 📌 12:31 - Game Highlight: War Shovel (Idle RPG with PVP elements) 📌 14:32 - Exploring risk and strategy in accessible games 📌 16:46 - What is 3D Audio in gaming? 📌 19:01 - Game Highlight: Audio Game Hub (Tetris for the blind and casino games) 📌 21:36 - The world of Choice of Games (Text-based adventures) 📌 23:59 - Game Highlight: Blind Drive (Fast-paced audio-based driving) 📌 26:12 - The rise of accessible gaming on Android 📌 28:34 - Sandwich of the week: Snarf’s vs. Chick-fil-A’s new spicy grilled sandwich 📌 30:56 - Closing thoughts: Will Kelvin become a mobile gamer? Key Takeaways from the Episode ✔ Accessible mobile games have evolved—there are now more options on both iOS and Android. ✔ 3D audio creates immersive gaming experiences—games like Blind Drive simulate movement using positional sound. ✔ Not all games require visual elements—text-based adventures like Choice of Games allow players to shape their own narratives. ✔ Microtransactions in accessible games are a mixed bag—some are fair, while others push excessive in-app purchases. ✔ Gaming is a great way to improve tech skills—accessible mobile games can help blind users get comfortable with their devices. Calls to Action 🎮 What accessible mobile games have you played and enjoyed? Send us your thoughts! 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Voicemail: (720) 712-8856 Tune in next time for a follow-up episode on accessible computer games!

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