🔵Colorblindness

Colorblindness affects a significant portion of the population. Implementing features tailored for colorblind players allows them to enjoy your game to the fullest and demonstrates your commitment to inclusivity.

Types of Colorblindness to Consider

• Red-Green (Protanopia & Deuteranopia): Difficulty distinguishing shades of red, green, brown, and orange. These are the most common types.

• Blue-Yellow (Tritanopia): Difficulty distinguishing blues, greens, and yellows. This is rarer than red-green colorblindness.

• Monochromacy: Complete colorblindness, where the world is seen in shades of gray. This is the least common form.

Key Elements to Test

• Colorblind Modes: If you offer specific colorblind modes, test them with players who have the corresponding types of colorblindness. Do the filters actually enhance their ability to differentiate in-game elements?

• Reliance on Color Alone: Are there any gameplay elements, UI indicators, or environmental cues that depend entirely on color to convey information? These will pose barriers to colorblind players.

• Symbols and Patterns: Supplement important color-coded elements with symbols, patterns, or text labels to provide redundancy for colorblind players.

• Brightness and Contrast: Ensure good contrast between game elements regardless of colorblindness settings, as some players may have additional vision impairments.

• Customization: Allow players to adjust UI colors or create custom colorblindness filters if your engine allows.

Gather Feedback With:

• Colorblindness Simulators: Online tools can help you preview your game from the perspective of different colorblindness types. However, don't rely solely on simulators.

• Direct Feedback from Colorblind Testers: Work with colorblind players directly. Their first-hand experience is the most reliable way to pinpoint problem areas.

• "What's That?" Watch-Outs: Pay attention to moments where players, regardless of colorblindness, hesitate, or seem confused due to difficulty distinguishing visual elements.

• Beyond Visuals: Consider colorblind accessibility in your audio design, using distinct sound cues to supplement visuals where needed.