Accessibility (a11y) requirements

  • The section focuses on accessibility (a11y) requirements for Playables.

  • Developers should make a best effort to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) AA to enhance user experience and discovery.

  • Translated requirements are for reference only; the English versions of the requirements should be used for definitive guidance.

  • The provided guidelines are third-party.

This section covers accessibility (a11y) requirements.

1 Third-party guidelines

This section covers applicable third-party guidelines for accessible experiences.

1.1 Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) AA

2 Game accessibility tags

Accessibility tags are available for Playables to ensure that players can discover games that fit their needs, using the Entertainment Software Association's Accessible Games Initiative system.

Tags are surfaced for players in Game Info for each Playable and help enable better discovery and engagement.

2.1 Game Accessibility Tags for Players

  • Developer SHOULD add Accessible Gaming Initiative (AGI) accessibility tags to a Playables listing. Tagging a Playable helps players discover titles that fit their needs while building trust, improving discoverability, and expanding reach.
  • Developer MUST NOT select tags that improperly represent a game's functionality or content.