EA opens up accessibility technology patents, including five games including Apex Legends marking system

EA has opened up the licensing of many technology patents. From the reports of foreign media GamesIndustry, we can see that there are five technology patents opened by EA this time, and these five patents include The "Apex Legends" marking system, after opening up the licensing of these patented technologies, will provide a better gaming experience for people with disabilities.

The five patents opened by EA this time involve fast communication, image adjustment, personalized audio and other aspects, including the highly praised ping (Ping) system of "Apex Legends". It allows players to customize the message panel and quickly deliver important information.

Mark system interface

Chris Bruzzo, EA's vice president of marketing, business and positive game experience, said that opening accessibility patents can help other game developers understand the technical principles and advocate more Manufacturers share relevant patented technologies, ultimately benefiting players everywhere.

Bruzzo also believes that opening these patents is also meaningful to ordinary players. For example, the marking system in "Apex Legends" allows players to communicate smoothly without words. This feature is very useful for introverts and can also avoid sexism and hate speech.

Although the open technology this time is already a big news, EA said that it will not only open these five patented technologies, but more patented technologies may be opened in the future, which will be more This is something to look forward to. This decision will definitely promote the development of games, and more people with disabilities will benefit from these technologies.