Audio game

A digital game designed to be played primarily or entirely through audio, without requiring visual information. Audio games use spatial sound, earcons, music, voice narration, and other auditory cues to convey gameplay information, environments, and interactions. They range from games built specifically for blind players to mainstream games with robust audio-only modes. While audio games have been important in providing gaming experiences for blind and visually impaired players, research shows they can also create social segregation by attracting only visually impaired players and separating them from mainstream gaming communities. The challenge for inclusive game design is making mainstream games accessible through audio without creating separate, isolated versions.