Microsoft designs an Xbox controller with Braille

Gimpy_P · May 14, 2019

Microsoft designs an Xbox controller with BrailleNot
all people who need braille are "blind", and with the advent of large screens, the magnifier, and the narrator it is possible for them to use the xbox for some games and for streaming apps, and other uses.

For me personally, I coulda probably learned button assignments faster with braille, instead of having to look down to see which color was where

A lot of the initial comments I have seen around the web show confusion as to why this would be needed.

:)

PalmettoBling

I love seeing them try new things, and even more so that they are following through on their plans and making gaming for everyone. Braille isn't just used by the blind to read, there are varying levels of blindness, and even used by those with low or no-vision
that aren't fully blind.

Anything that opens this platform up, makes it more accessible, and more positive to those who want to play is a great idea and I'm very excited to see them giving people options.

It's not for everyone, but can be the difference between someone being able to play or not, I'm all for it. I can't wait to see what they cook up next.

LegoNinja187

This would definitely have it's uses, it may even help those who are learning Braille, this has my vote.

HOODLIMZZZ94

Not trying to be rude here ,but how do blind people play xbox?

EightBitBlonde

This is a fantastic idea!

I'd suggest bringing this idea to the Xbox Accessibility feedback page: https://microsoftaccessibility.uservoice.com/forums/307429-microsoft-accessibility-feedback

Nolan Coker

I think the braille controllers was a great idea.

Microsoft designs an Xbox controller with Braille