7 people found this review helpful
Recommended
0.1 hrs last two weeks / 43.1 hrs on record (4.6 hrs at review time)
Posted: 11 Jul, 2021 @ 2:05pm
Updated: 12 Jul, 2021 @ 1:34am

I'm blown away! Not only is this a fantastic platformer with great visuals, music, and gameplay, but it's got an extensive set of accessibility features that surpasses most games.

I want to start off by saying, that this game is really fun. It's got unique gameplay with two different game modes. Classic mode features roguelike elements with randomly generated levels. Twist features no roguelike elements but has gameplay I have yet to explore. The randomly generated levels look impressive and feel right wandering through with each run. On top of that, you fight by commanding your bird to attack by aiming in different directions. Any aquired abilities are temporary and will disspear over time and are also limited by a number of slots they fit into when you first get them from a chest or a shop. Other abilities are won by progressing through the game and are permanent.

Now on to the incredible accessibility features!
Eagle Island has a surprising amount of features that cater to the visually impaired (like myself) and folks who need special controls or auto aim.

Here are some of my favorite features!
1. All text can be read by enabling the screen-reader functionality in the game.
2. You can dim the backdrop by 20% Increment's so that the characters and level stand out more. (I use 20%)
3. Beeps for low health or end of combos can be enabled.
4. You can enable outlines for the level or characters and items so that things stand out even more! (I use outlined characters and items)

All that said, Eagle Island not only offers plenty of content with challenging and fun gameplay, but is a shining example for what other games should include or consider as far as accessibility.
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