Bardcard

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  • Type:  Traditional game
  • Genre:  Role-playing
  • Developer:  Kevin Mikles
  • Release date:  March 22, 2018
  • Status:  Paid
  • Platform:  iOS, iPadOS
  • Language:  English
  • Rating:  9/10

Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of Bardcard, where each card you draw can be either the key to victory or a fatal step toward the abyss. This card-based roguelite adventure sends you deep into a grim dungeon brimming with secrets, traps, and deadly foes. Memorize card layouts, use magical artifacts, battle monsters, and solve ancient puzzles. Every run is unique, and every decision has consequences. Can you find your missing brother, overcome the chaos, and uncover the secrets of ZUG?

A note on accessibility:

The game is fully compatible with VoiceOver and demonstrates a high level of accessibility for visually oriented indie projects, particularly for blind players. All interface elements are correctly labeled, the buttons are clearly labeled, and navigation on the screens is intuitive.

Audio prompts complement the combat system: during an enemy attack, you can find out the result of a blow at any time by touching the center of the screen. New updates have added the ability to defuse traps without visual participation, which significantly expands the accessibility of gameplay. The sound design and rich plot enhance the immersion and make the gameplay not only accessible but also truly fascinating.

This level of implementation allows us to consider Bardcard as one of the successful examples of how a traditional, visual game can be adapted for a full-fledged game with a screen reader without simplifying the mechanics or content.

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