Question re: gaming with a disability

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No one special '77 25/fev./2022 às 15:48

I have a quick question for y'all and could use some input. I've been a PC gamer for close to 10 years now with all sorts of games - FPSes,Fighting, platformers.... you name it. Unfortunately, about 13 months ago I had a massive stroke at 43 years old, which (amongst other things) left my right arm and hand paralyzed. While I have gotten SOME gaming done, I'm limited to games that can be played solely with my left hand. Does anyone know a way to play FPSes, Fightting games, etc effectively with my physical limitations? I'd hate to see so many great games in my library go unplayed and collect e-dust.

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Watermelon {JESUS IS LORD} 25/fev./2022 às 16:00

joystick on lap keyboard desk alternate between the two
get friend/spouse to coop play with you
get special mouse you can use with you mouth

rawWwRrr 25/fev./2022 às 16:00

I think you would want to look into one-handed controller solutions.

There aren't many that I can find and the few that I can seem to be in prototype phases.

There's this site that custom makes controllers have an addon to move controls from one side to the other allowing you to basically use the controller with one hand:
https://www.evilcontrollers.com/accessible-controller-creator

This one seems more concept than actual product but might be worth looking into:
https://knuckles5.com/

This one is specifically built to be used with just one hand but is a pre-order, so don't know about availability:
https://www.gypard.com/

Última edição por rawWwRrr; 25/fev./2022 às 16:01

ZuppaDiPasta 25/fev./2022 às 16:30

First of all, I'm sorry to hear what happened to you, it's honestly terrifying and I wouldn't wish it upon my worst enemy.

There could be many solutions to this problem , varying vastly depending from what and how much you can move, what you can find more comfortable and natural to use, what you got available, and how much you're able to spend on specialized hardware.

As simple as it might sound, I'd suggest trying to use a mouse with your left hand for shooters. Ambidexterity is a thing that can be learned, any modern (as in, starting from Windows 98 and onward) allows you to swap left and right mouse click, and though it'd defitively suck at first, you'd sort aiming out.

You could look for custom one-handed controllers, there are a number of modders online, both in Europe and US, that take custom orders for modding gamepads to be used one-handed, got told by a lad on Reddit gaming with one of them who lost a hand that it's a very steep learning curve and it requires some very creative remapping.

Microsoft haa the Xbox Adaptive Controller. a modular controller, fully compatible with Xbox and PC, that allowed custom or off the shelf compatible modules to be plugged in to be activated with various parts of the body, like an elbow, or a stump, or a closed punch, that would act as buttons or keys. It's highly configurable given that every button is assigned to a 3.5mm jack to have the custom button plugged in, so you could even use your feet to control some actions. it costs 90 bucks, idk about the availability of the input modules, but you could even get them custom made.

Depending on what dexterity you have left, tried and true keyboard on left hand + controller on your right hand, resting on your leg. Maybe you could use one of the sticks solely for movement, in FPS games at least, and aim with a mouse on your left hand.

Each situation is unique on its own right, it depends on the trauma and the person, 13 months seems to be a short span of time for you to find a solution that fits you, given that you'll need to rethink how you control games, and to rewire your brain.

IFIYGD 25/fev./2022 às 19:09

This guy has a YT channel, where he shows how he games with only one arm/hand: https://screenrant.com/one-handed-gaming-tips-players-youtube/

I am currently playing with one-hand, and have in the past- following shoulder surgery. A good gaming mouse with lots of buttons that can be mapped to the keybinds for controls and has SW to set up macros for the mouse (though some EAC and VAC games may not allow using them on anti-cheat servers). I am currently using a Logitech G502 Hero or a G502 Proteus. The Razer Naga Trinity is also a great one. I also am using software that gives voice control- binding hotkeys to words or sounds that I can speak while wearing a headset with a mic, and using a mouse in the one hand that works.Windows has voice control accessibility options built into the OS, and there are both free and paid software products available that have even better usability and functionality. I play Grim Dawn, The Long Dark and other games this way, fairly regularly (I also have RA and issues with tendons in my hands/elbows/shoulders that make using them painful or impossible at times).

The Microsoft Adaptive Controller is amazing- it can be customized to fit your specific needs, it isn't a one-size-fits-all device. It can be a bit expensive, but the number of options it has for specialization are incredible.

There are organizations and charities that help disabled gamers find solutions for gaming with a variety of different limitations, including Special Effect (UK), CanIPlayThat (CIPT), and AbleGamers. Steven Spohn ("Spawn") from AbleGamers plays games using a customized haedset and hat to play video games Yes, you read that correctly.

https://ablegamers.org/
https://www.specialeffect.org.uk/
https://caniplaythat.com/
https://www.xbox.com/en-US/accessories/controllers/xbox-adaptive-controller

You can play most games, but it will take learning a new way to play them, and it may take some time to try different methods, until you find the one(s) that work best for you, and yes, it can be a PITA. Voice controls can sometimes be set up quickly, sometimes it can take hours to get things set up and working well, for example. But it can be worth it, if you really love gaming and have favorite games you want to keep playing.

Haruspex 25/fev./2022 às 19:16

There's a few foot pedal type controls out there. Maybe in an FPS you can move with the foot controller and aim/shoot with the mouse?

rawWwRrr 25/fev./2022 às 19:22

Escrito originalmente por 8bitbeard:
There's a few foot pedal type controls out there. Maybe in an FPS you can move with the foot controller and aim/shoot with the mouse?

Good call. I didn't even think about using feet.

surfcityok 25/fev./2022 às 19:30

Looks like some great suggestions from others. I feel bad that happened to you. Hang in there! Have you checked into VR? I love VR gaming and with some experiences in VR you only need to look in a certain direction.

ʟǟֆȶʟɨʋɨռɢքօɛȶ 25/fev./2022 às 23:33

Apparently you can play Half-life Alyx with one controller in VR but I haven't tried it, someone posted about it in the game forum

Chavasse 26/fev./2022 às 5:52

There is also a Steam group called “Able gamers” who might have a few more insights..worth joining and asking as they are made up of mostly disabled gamers.

Supafly 26/fev./2022 às 6:30

Nerve damage affects my left hand.....right a little but no where near as much. Tactiel sensation is pretty much gone, little and ring figure move outward by themselves which can be a pain when I go to press a key top find they've slid off the keyboard

I use 3 foot switches. Not great but you can bind different keys to them individually to help. I have Z, X and Q bound to mine as moving my left hand to press those keys requires me moving my whole hand. That then causes the issue of getting hand back onto the correct keys. WASD

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ina3 tiz omok 26/fev./2022 às 9:38

Sorry being off-topic, but I just have a little preventive thing to say to young people if they come accross.

OP and people in his situation got it in an advanced age and in a natural way. If you still want to have fun and play games without ending in this situation in a anorrmal way + younger age, NEVER EVER TAKE BALLOONS. Even if your friend tries to force you, ALWAYS REFUSE. And if you do so, STOP IT. Just FORGET CAPSULES and CYLINDERS. It is CLEARLY worse than just smoking weed or whatever.

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Mad Scientist 26/fev./2022 às 9:40

Elgato just released the "Stream Deck Pedal", not just for streaming, can be used to setoff macros as well which may be extremely helpful for you on a per-program basis. That might be of assistance to you, the above replies especially from IFIYGD are really good as well.

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Tsubame ⭐ 26/fev./2022 às 14:03

Sorry for your loss.

I would think a one handed joystick like this one below would be the best and easiest option; as stated, foot controls could be an alternative.

https://www.gypard.com/

Escrito originalmente por oeoeanis:
Sorry being off-topic, but I just have a little preventive thing to say to young people if they come accross.

OP and people in his situation got it in an advanced age and in a natural way. If you still want to have fun and play games without ending in this situation in a anorrmal way + younger age, NEVER EVER TAKE BALLOONS. Even if your friend tries to force you, ALWAYS REFUSE. And if you do so, STOP IT. Just FORGET CAPSULES and CYLINDERS. It is CLEARLY worse than just smoking weed or whatever.

Why are you assuming that just because the OP had a stroke at such a younge age that it must be due to drugs?

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