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When it comes to accessible gaming, the debate often stops at the usual names. But in the world of adaptive gaming, there's a device that deserves much more attention in Italy and Europe: the QuadStick. In a context where truly advanced solutions for hands-free gaming are still little known and rarely discussed in Italy, the QuadStick represents an emblematic case of technology that already exists, but is struggling to reach those who truly need it.

Even online, invisible barriers exist: inaccessible websites, poorly designed digital services, and rights that remain on paper.

Gaming is changing. Today, more and more gamers are looking for new ways to interact with video games, especially those with motor difficulties or who want completely personalized control experiences . Among the most innovative solutions is PlayAbility , a software that goes beyond the simple controller: it allows you to play virtually any game using gestures, movements, and alternative controls, thanks to intelligent technologies.

Steam's return to the hardware market with the new Steam Machine isn't just a matter of power or game library. The real turning point could be accessibility, an area Valve is systematically addressing through SteamOS, Steam Input, and a new controller designed to accommodate a wide range of needs. At a time when many consoles are touting accessibility as a value-added feature, Valve instead seems to be treating it as a structural design principle.

Not all solutions work for everyone, but accessibility comes from the ability to choose and configure tools based on your abilities. Xbox focuses on this very goal with its adaptive peripherals, and today we're analyzing one of the latest: the Xbox Adaptive Joystick.

Multiplayer accessibility isn’t just about controls, but also about how we communicate and cooperate. Steam Input can make the difference.

Every year, TIME Magazine selects the most innovative inventions changing the world. The 2025 ranking also includes hundreds of products and technologies ranging from artificial intelligence to sustainability, from healthcare to design.

When we talk about accessibility in video games , we often think of controls, subtitles, or visual settings . But when a game becomes multiplayer , something more complex comes into play: the relationship with others .

From platforms for barrier-free travel to forums where inclusion is a shared practice every day: discover the communities that are truly changing things. Today, the internet is much more than just a means of information: it's a space where relationships are built and experiences are shared. In this article, I've rounded up ten communities that, each in their own way, are making Italy, the world, and the web more accessible. That's why we've compiled the "Top 10 Communities an

A real-world experiment shows how certain materials can deflect radar waves. The implications go beyond science; it's a veritable invisibility cloak!

Behind every person with a disability there is often a figure who fights silently every day. This is the true story of Carla, a widowed mother caring for her adult son with a severe disability. Their names have been changed to protect their privacy, but their story is authentic.

The inclusion of digital tools in inclusive teaching today represents a fundamental resource for supporting students who require support from a special education teacher. In particular, educational apps and digital software can become powerful allies for developing social and communication skills , if chosen and used wisely.

Switches are the basis of accessibility: large, small, sensitive or capacitive buttons, activated with minimal movement . They are compatible via 3.5 mm connector . Among the most important brands: OneSwitch , Hitclic, Handi'Arcade and Logitech kits.

GPT Chat, help me summarize this text for college. Artificial intelligence is now an integral part of my daily life. In almost every room I have an Alexa virtual assistant that allows me to control lights, blinds and devices (as I already discussed in my article on home automation, written for this blog) while during university lectures I use Chat GPT to take notes and process information more quickly.

Artificial intelligence (AI) can only broaden inclusion if it is designed to do so: because digital accessibility is not optional, but a right.

Sony releases the PlayStation Access Controller, a device designed to make gaming accessible to players with disabilities. Let's explore its features together. PlayStation 5 becomes more inclusive. Following Microsoft with its Adaptive Kit for Xbox X|S, Sony's console is also moving towards greater inclusivity. The new device allows players with physical disabilities, who cannot use the traditional DualSense controller.

The Flex Controller was designed for people with specific motor needs (and with the support of occupational therapists during development), to allow for customized configurations based on the available movements.

In today's Pill, we present Play-Able: when work becomes accessible also through play, an initiative of the Bosch Italia company.

Talking about school inclusion today inevitably also means talking about digital . Online platforms, multimedia materials, electronic registers, and digital educational tools are now part of everyday life in schools and educational settings. Yet, these resources are not always designed for everyone.

eGameX turns competitive gaming into an inclusive and educational space, combining esports, community, and personal growth in a healthy ecosystem.