Design - Accessibility as a Design Standard, not an Afterthought (Cari Watterton - Scopely)

Training created on 4/28/26. Last update on 6/13/26.
Programme version: 1
Satisfaction rate of learners
9,3/10 (54 review)

Type of training

Distance learning

Training duration

8 hours (4 days)

Accessibility

Yes
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Design - Accessibility as a Design Standard, not an Afterthought (Cari Watterton - Scopely)


This four-part training programme helps game and UX designers build the skills to create accessible player experiences from the start. Combining theory with hands-on exercises, it moves from understanding accessibility principles, through to identifying real barriers in games, designing effective solutions, and embedding accessibility into everyday design practice. By the end, participants will be equipped to design experiences that are better for all players and advocate for accessibility as a standard part of development. I - Understanding - Introduction to Game Accessibility II - Diagnosing - Identifying Accessibility Barriers III - Designing - How to Design Games Everyone Can Play IV - Embedding - Accessibility as a Design Standard, not an Afterthought

Objectives of the training

  • Understand - Gain an understanding of accessibility in the context of games, including key concepts such as the social model of disability, barriers, and the curb-cut effect.
  • Diagnose - Learn how to identify accessibility barriers in games and how to use tools like tags and guidelines, as well as how to incorporate lived experience into the design process.
  • Design - Get confident with designing with accessibility in mind, and how to design for accessibility via options and via design.
  • Embed - Use tools and techniques to incorporate accessibility into your day-to-day thinking.

Profile of beneficiaries

For whom
  • Gameplay Designers
  • Systems/Technical Designers
  • Level Designers
  • UX/UI Designers
Requirements

Training content

Understanding - Introduction to Game Accessibility
  • What is Accessibility in Games
  • Accessibility by Design
  • Common Myths and Misconceptions
  • Gold Standard Examples
Diagnosing - Identifying Accessibility Barriers
  • Including Lived Experience
  • Accessibility User Stories
  • Game Accessibility Resources & Tools
Designing - How to Design Games Everyone Can Play
  • Accessibility Design Exercise
  • Group Presentations
Embedding - Accessibility as a Design Standard, not an Afterthought
  • When to consider accessibility
  • Collaboration Points & Lightweight Tools
  • Next Steps

Teaching team

Cari is a games accessibility designer with a background in UX and a passion for creating games for everyone, with intuitive experiences and player-centred design at the core. Working at companies like Scopely and Rebellion, she serves as an accessibility resource to all teams; running initiatives for internal education, accessibility consultancy, and knowledge sharing. Credits include Skye Tales, Sniper Elite 5 and Atomfall, all of which have been nominated for accessibility awards. Personally she has spoken at many games conferences, and has been nominated for and won awards for her work in accessibility.

Monitoring of implementation and evaluation of results

  • Exercises during the training sessions and quizzes throughout the days

Technical and educational resources

  • Welcoming participants in a dedicated training room. Training materials displayed on a screen. Theoretical presentations Practical case studies Training materials made available online following the session.

Quality and satisfaction

Learner satisfaction rates and attendance
Satisfaction rate of learners
9,3/10 (54 review)

Certification procedures

Expected results at the end of the training
  • Delivery of a certificate of completion

Login delay

1 week

Accessibility

For companies wishing to have their training costs covered by their OPCO, registration must be completed no later than two weeks before the start of the training to meet the OPCO’s processing deadlines. In all other cases, registrations can be accepted up to two business days before the start of the training. Accessibility: We are available to work with individuals with disabilities to assess the accommodations needed so they can comfortably participate in the training programs offered.