LATEST UPDATE: 20 JULY  2010         

GAME CREATION TOOLS

CLICKTEAM: Producers of some fantastic software for 2D game and multimedia creation using a point-and-click drag-and-drop style interface.

DarkBASIC: A very powerful BASIC programming language specially designed for 2D and 3D games programming.

GAMEMAKER 7.0: Another Game making program using a drag-and-drop interface. Supports making 3D games.

RESOURCES FOR DISABLED GAMERS and ACCESSIBLE GAME DESIGN

ONESWITCH: A goldmine of information regarding single-switch gaming, modified controllers and assistive technology. If you are a games developer of any kind (be it part of a large commercial company or small-time indie games producer) I highly recommend reading the information on games design included on this site.

SPECIALEFFECT: A charity dedicated to helping  young people with disabilities to enjoy computer games. Worth looking at even if it’s just to see examples of the amazing work these folk do. If you’re into making games (and even if you’re not) please take a look here.

HELP YOU PLAY: A fantastic resource of information on accessible games design, and games design in general. Well worth a click if you’re into game making.

GAMEBASE: SpecialEffect’s GameBase is an online catalogue of accessible games, and includes discussion groups, forums, and a whole host of information for anyone seeking accessible games. A great place to start your search . . .

OTHER LINKS

SHOCKWAVE-SOUND: Great site for stock music, royalty free music, sound effects, etc.

BLENDER - An excellent 3D creation tool. It’s also freeware.

THE ARCADE-HISTORY DATABASE: Pretty much exactly what it sounds like. Huge source of information and inspiration if you like games with a retro flavour.

PHOTOS8.COM: Quality free photos and desktop wallpapers.