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= Accessibility in EVE Online = | == Accessibility in EVE Online == | ||
EVE Online is a complex MMO with a steep learning curve, and it attracts a wide range of players, including those with various disabilities. EVE Online has built-in accessibility options to help more players participate fully in New Eden and players have also identified solutions that work for their unique access needs. In addition, EVE University staff and members also work to ensure that our fleets, classes, and resources are as accessible as possible for players of all abilities; we might not always get it right, but we're always looking to continuously improve. | EVE Online is a complex MMO with a steep learning curve, and it attracts a wide range of players, including those with various disabilities. EVE Online has built-in accessibility options to help more players participate fully in New Eden and players have also identified solutions that work for their unique access needs. In addition, EVE University staff and members also work to ensure that our fleets, classes, and resources are as accessible as possible for players of all abilities; we might not always get it right, but we're always looking to continuously improve. | ||
== Built in accessibility features == | == Built in accessibility features == | ||
There are a variety of accessibility tools and features within EVE Online to support diverse player needs. The new Photon UI offers higher contrast, streamlined layouts, and better spacing for clarity. Some of the additional built-in accessibility features include: | There are a variety of accessibility tools and features within EVE Online to support diverse player needs. The new Photon UI offers higher contrast, streamlined layouts, and better spacing for clarity. Some of the additional built-in accessibility features include: | ||
=== Color Blind Mode === | === Color Blind Mode === | ||
Default options for green colorblindness (Deuteranopia), blue colorblindness (Tritanopia), and custom options to allow for th eincludin / exclusion of: Red / Yellow / Green / Cyan / Blue / Magenta. These settings adjust the UI and overview colors for increased visibility. These are accessible via the ESC menu (ESC >> User Interface >> Color Blind Mode) | |||
* '''UI Scaling''' – Adjustable scaling (from 90% 150%) allows players to resize text, icons, and menus for improved readability. These are accessible via the ESC menu (ESC >> Display & Graphics >> UI Scaling) | * '''UI Scaling''' – Adjustable scaling (from 90% 150%) allows players to resize text, icons, and menus for improved readability. These are accessible via the ESC menu (ESC >> Display & Graphics >> UI Scaling) | ||
* '''Chat Font Size''' – Chat windows support independent font size changes for improved legibility. You can also set defaults in the ESC menu (ESC >> Gameplay >> Font Size) | * '''Chat Font Size''' – Chat windows support independent font size changes for improved legibility. You can also set defaults in the ESC menu (ESC >> Gameplay >> Font Size) | ||