The Game Awards 2023, an annual event celebrating the best video games of the year, has made a significant impact on the gaming industry. This year, all nominated games are accessible on the Xbox platform, a remarkable achievement that reflects Xbox’s unwavering commitment to making its games enjoyable for everyone.
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Xbox’s Dedication to Accessibility
Xbox has consistently demonstrated its leadership in the gaming industry by prioritizing accessibility. The company has assembled a dedicated team of engineers and designers who meticulously strive to ensure that all Xbox games are accessible to a diverse range of players.
In recent years, Xbox has introduced a variety of features to enhance accessibility, including:
- Game Captioning: This feature provides subtitles for all in-game dialogue, allowing players to follow the game’s narrative without any auditory limitations.
- Text-to-Speech: This feature enables players to hear all in-game text read aloud, ensuring that they do not miss any crucial information or immersive storytelling elements.
- Customizable Controls: This feature empowers players to tailor the controls of their games to their individual preferences and comfort levels, promoting a more personalized gaming experience.
Xbox’s Collaborative Efforts
Xbox has actively collaborated with various organizations to promote accessibility in gaming. These partnerships include:
- The AbleGamers Foundation: This non-profit organization provides valuable resources and support to gamers with disabilities, fostering a more inclusive gaming environment.
- SpecialEffect: This charity diligently assists individuals with disabilities in utilizing technology to enjoy video games, breaking down barriers and expanding the reach of gaming.
- GAME: This charity harnesses the power of video games to positively impact the lives of young people, demonstrating the transformative potential of gaming.
Xbox’s Unwavering Commitment
Xbox remains steadfast in its commitment to making its games accessible to everyone. The company continuously refines its accessibility features and remains dedicated to ensuring that all players can enjoy the immersive experiences that Xbox games offer.
The Game Awards Nominations Available on Xbox
Alan Wake 2
Epic Games
☆☆☆☆☆ 279
★★★★★
$59.99
Nominated for:
- Game of the Year
- Best Game Direction
- Best Narrative
- Best Art Direction
- Best Score and Music
- Best Audio Design
- Best Performance (Melanie Liburd)
Apex Legends™
Electronic Arts
☆☆☆☆☆ 2007
★★★★★
Xbox One X Enhanced
Nominated for:
- Best Ongoing Game
ARMORED CORE™ VI FIRES OF RUBICON™
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.
☆☆☆☆☆ 329
★★★★★
$59.99
Nominated for:
- Best Action Game
Cocoon
Annapurna Interactive
☆☆☆☆☆ 258
★★★★★
$24.99 $22.49
PC Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best Independent Game
Company of Heroes 3
Relic Entertainment
☆☆☆☆☆ 163
★★★★★
$59.99
Nominated for:
- Best Sim/Strategy Game
Cities: Skylines II – PC Edition
Paradox Interactive
☆☆☆☆☆ 4
★★★★★
PC Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best Sim/Strategy Game
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
CD PROJEKT RED
☆☆☆☆☆ 246
★★★★★
$29.99
Nominated for:
- Best Narrative
- Best Performance (Idris Elba)
- Best Community Support
- Best Ongoing Game
Diablo® IV
Blizzard Entertainment
☆☆☆☆☆ 620
★★★★★
Nominated for:
- Innovation in Accessibility
- Best Multiplayer
Forza Motorsport
Xbox Game Studios
☆☆☆☆☆ 338
★★★★★
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Innovation in Accessibility
- Best Sports/Racing
EA SPORTS FC™ 24 Xbox Series X|S
Electronic Arts
☆☆☆☆☆ 258
★★★★★
Free Trial
Nominated for:
- Best Sports/Racing
F1® 23
Electronic Arts
☆☆☆☆☆ 180
★★★★★
$69.99 $62.99
Free Trial
Nominated for:
- Best Sports/Racing
Hi-Fi RUSH
Bethesda Softworks
☆☆☆☆☆ 519
★★★★★
$29.99 $23.99
PC Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best Art Direction
- Best Score and Music
- Best Audio Design
- Innovation in Accessibility
- Best Action Game
HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged
Milestone S.r.l.
☆☆☆☆☆ 18
★★★★★
$49.99
Nominated for:
- Best Sports/Racing
Lies of P
NEOWIZ
☆☆☆☆☆ 495
★★★★★
$59.99 $53.99
PC Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best Art Direction
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Standard Edition
SEGA
☆☆☆☆☆
$69.99
Nominated for:
- Most Anticipated Game
Mortal Kombat™ 1
Warner Bros. Games
☆☆☆☆☆ 296
★★★★★
$69.99
Nominated for:
- Innovation in Accessibility
- Best Fighting Game
No Man’s Sky
Hello Games
☆☆☆☆☆ 900
★★★★★
$59.99 $47.99
Xbox One X Enhanced
PC Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best Community Support
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
GameMill Entertainment
☆☆☆☆☆ 13
★★★★★
Nominated for:
- Best Fighting Game
Party Animals
Source Technology
☆☆☆☆☆ 362
★★★★★
$19.99 $17.99
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best Family Game
- Best Multiplayer
Remnant II – Standard Edition
Gearbox Publishing
☆☆☆☆☆ 316
★★★★★
$49.99
Nominated for:
- Best Action Game
Resident Evil 4
CAPCOM CO., LTD.
☆☆☆☆☆ 499
★★★★★
$59.99
Nominated for:
- Game of the Year
- Best Audio Design
Sea of Stars
Sabotage Studio
☆☆☆☆☆ 279
★★★★★
$34.99 $31.49
PC Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best RPG
- Best Independent Game
Starfield
Bethesda Softworks
☆☆☆☆☆ 1650
★★★★★
$69.99 $62.99
PC Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass
Nominated for:
- Best RPG
STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™
Electronic Arts
☆☆☆☆☆ 465
★★★★★
$69.99 $62.99
Nominated for:
- Best Action/Adventure Game
- Best Performance (Cameron Monaghan)
Street Fighter™ 6
CAPCOM CO., LTD.
☆☆☆☆☆ 612
★★★★★
$59.99
Nominated for:
- Innovation in Accessibility
- Best Fighting Game
- Best Multiplayer
TEKKEN 8 Pre-Order
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.
☆☆☆☆☆
$69.99
Nominated for:
- Most Anticipated Game
Conclusion
The Game Awards 2023 marks a significant milestone for Xbox. The accessibility of all nominated games on the Xbox platform underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to inclusivity and its dedication to creating gaming experiences that are truly enjoyable for all. Xbox’s leadership in accessibility sets a positive precedent for the industry, paving the way for a more inclusive and accessible gaming landscape for everyone.