I have decided to make a new section in controllers for user made and user adapted controllers. I thought about this some time ago but didn't have much to put on it. Expect it some time this week.

 

Game-Accessibility and AudioGames.net have posted some great accessible game videos on YouTube. Check them out here.

I always enjoy seeing different game controller mods. It is interesting to see some of the cool ideas that people can come up with. Recently, I received an email from a guy named Bodge telling me about how he has been adapting his own controllers ever since the Xbox was released. He sent me pictures of one of his recent adaptions. The controller is able to sit on a frame, so, I'm guessing it can sit on a table too. The analog sticks have been raised for easier movement. The shoulder buttons have been extended to the sides. It also has L shaped brackets on the triggers that he can press with his thumbs instead of his index fingers. He did a great job on it from the looks. I am really happy that he made something that works for him. I would like to see his other adaptions some time. Keep up the great work Bodge.

 

I emailed Shannon Bailey at Simmunity about the tongue-controlled Gameboy Advance SP the other day. I have some bad news, Shannon informed me that this product is no longer available for purchase. I was hoping that it was because I was planning on purchasing one. She did tell that she will consult with people with disabilities and has made custom interface solutions. The price can be steep though, ranging from five hundred to several thousands of dollars.

 

I have been wanting to be able to use a Gameboy Advance SP but since I couldn't, I never gave it another thought. Now I may be able to. I found this company called Simmunity that designed a tongue-controlled GBA SP. Check out the web site to learn more about it. I will contact them to find out the price and get some more information.