Ian Hamilton

Ian Hamilton is a prominent game accessibility specialist with over 17 years of experience in advocating for and improving accessibility for gamers with disabilities.1 His LinkedIn username is ianhamiltondc, and he is based in the Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom.1

Professional Background

Ian Hamilton's work focuses on several key areas:

Advocacy and Awareness:: He has been involved in various initiatives to raise awareness about game accessibility, including:

• Organizing events ranging from small game jams to directing full conferences
• Teaching undergraduate students
• Co-authoring a White House policy briefing
• Advising government and industry bodies
• Coordinating international collaborations to produce industry best practice guidelines1

Consulting:: Hamilton works with a wide range of clients in the gaming industry, from small independent developers to large AAA studios, as well as publishers, platforms, and industry bodies.1

Speaking Engagements:: He is a frequent speaker at numerous gaming and technology events, including:

• Game Developers Conference (GDC)
• PAX
• Gamescom
• Nordic Game
• CSUN Assistive Technology Conference1

Notable Achievements

• Co-director of GAconf (Game Accessibility Conference)
• Coordinator of gameaccessibilityguidelines.com
• Has spoken at high-profile events such as Ubisoft UX Days (as a keynote speaker) and GDC1

Ian Hamilton's extensive experience and dedication to game accessibility have made him a respected figure in the industry, contributing significantly to making games more inclusive for players with disabilities.