Frotz 1.3 for iPhone Has Been Optimized for Visually Impaired Users
— ♣Many visually impaired computer users are familiar with interactive fiction, (also known as adventure games), in which you take on the role of the main character and attempt to make your way through the obstacles, conflicts, and adventures of a given story. Given the text-based nature of this form of entertainment, they have typically been inherently accessible to the visually impaired and users of screen access solutions like VoiceOver.
Frotz for iPhone and iPod touch, provides a way to enjoy these titles, and version 1.3, just released, includes tweaks to the interface to make this app a joy to use for VoiceOver users. Additionally, the update includes font sizing and magnification options as well, furthering accessibility for low-vision users.
Frotz comes with dozens of interactive fiction titles, and is available in the AppStore for $0.99 USD. Click here to check it out!
Our thanks to Craig Smith, the developer, for his efforts in assuring a pleasant experience for blind and visually impaired users.