games playable with one hand (read description)
no this isnt a masturbation joke
this is a list generally inspired by my own interest of games to look into (or replay) as i suffer a pretty bad condition that affects my arms and legs, which makes using them very challenging/painful, my right arm is mostly okay enough to be used so i often only have that to work with whenever my condition flares up, which is pretty often.
this is made with the mindset that you have a PC (as PC allows much more customization for inputs and such), and also no special equipment such a mouse with as a lot of buttons, or special controllers.
emulation will be taken into account as well (i dont condone piracy, dont take me down pls).
that doesnt exempt console games from being allowed though.
if you suffer from any disabilities or injuries maybe consider looking into this list!
im aware most games can be played one handed with a proper set up, and ive set some up myself with 3rd party programs, but its a hassle im not sure most people are interested in, so this list will be primarily focused on games particularly friendly for this sort of thing outta the box (with some tinkering at most) or just okay enough to be playable with one arm.
whether it be from a plethora of accessibility options, a very simple control scheme or just not intensive/demanding to where it lets you take your time doing things.
suggestions are welcome and highly encouraged, even if i have them played/reviewed on my account already.
that said im going to refrain from putting purely kinetic visual novels on here (ones without any gameplay/interactivity whatsoever outside just reading).
this is a list generally inspired by my own interest of games to look into (or replay) as i suffer a pretty bad condition that affects my arms and legs, which makes using them very challenging/painful, my right arm is mostly okay enough to be used so i often only have that to work with whenever my condition flares up, which is pretty often.
this is made with the mindset that you have a PC (as PC allows much more customization for inputs and such), and also no special equipment such a mouse with as a lot of buttons, or special controllers.
emulation will be taken into account as well (i dont condone piracy, dont take me down pls).
that doesnt exempt console games from being allowed though.
if you suffer from any disabilities or injuries maybe consider looking into this list!
im aware most games can be played one handed with a proper set up, and ive set some up myself with 3rd party programs, but its a hassle im not sure most people are interested in, so this list will be primarily focused on games particularly friendly for this sort of thing outta the box (with some tinkering at most) or just okay enough to be playable with one arm.
whether it be from a plethora of accessibility options, a very simple control scheme or just not intensive/demanding to where it lets you take your time doing things.
suggestions are welcome and highly encouraged, even if i have them played/reviewed on my account already.
that said im going to refrain from putting purely kinetic visual novels on here (ones without any gameplay/interactivity whatsoever outside just reading).
32 Games
can pretty much be entirely controlled with mouse, its dialogue heavy nature too is great for kicking back and taking it easy. i need to beat this sometime
2 button rhythm game so this is one I often revisit due to the simplicity
Turn based without any real time elements outside moving around the overworld, so naturally its a fit for here.
Consider this a rep for the whole series (barring the spin offs), I just put the 4th game cause its my favorite
Consider this a rep for the whole series (barring the spin offs), I just put the 4th game cause its my favorite
turn based
mainly with mouse, using a controller sometimes uses the analog sticks which might be an issue for some
theres a time limit for moves online but a mouse should generally circumvent that issue, especially private matches where you can double the time
theres a time limit for moves online but a mouse should generally circumvent that issue, especially private matches where you can double the time
card game and also turn based, not too intensive
generally just uses the bottom screen which can be done one handed
good for mouse only usage
its basically a point and click adventure game so its a given itd be here
very chill and simple game, you dont really do much outside walking and interacting with stuff
can be played with mouse only, and on some of the ports i played such as the vita version, it was still really simple.
the switch version i think has joycon shaking involved for some of the interactivity, i cant verify if that's optional or not, so keep that in mind if that might be a potential issue for you.
the switch version i think has joycon shaking involved for some of the interactivity, i cant verify if that's optional or not, so keep that in mind if that might be a potential issue for you.
Point and click
RTS, so great for mouse usage
RTS, so great for mouse usage
can be played with arrow keys only
can be played with mainly mouse
sequel included, playable with one hand on keyboard
puzzle game on DS, very laid back
point and click on DS, laid back
amazing accessibility options for all kinds of needs
say what you will about the game/story itself, but i commend the miles and beyond the developers went through for this and hope it becomes a standard
say what you will about the game/story itself, but i commend the miles and beyond the developers went through for this and hope it becomes a standard
mouse controlled
controlled with mouse, same with it's sequel Fallout 2
has a one handed mode, as far as i know its relegated to an easy mode
can be played with just arrow keys
Recommended to use "Simple" on any difficulty higher than Standard for one-handed play
Has accessibility options such as using only one side of the controller for essential things like combat, alongside auto switching styles.
Currently bugged though, read more here:
https://www.reddit.com/r/yakuzagames/comments/11cz317/im_very_happy_about_ishins_one_handed_control/
Currently bugged though, read more here:
https://www.reddit.com/r/yakuzagames/comments/11cz317/im_very_happy_about_ishins_one_handed_control/
SRPG, whole trilogy applies.
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I played through Hot Wheels Stunt Track Driver with only the arrow keys recently!
I think FTL is pretty close, all of the game can be controlled with point and click for aiming and decision making, and even pausing can be achieved by using the middle mouse button over the space bar.
Gothic 1 and 2 are surprisingly fully playable with one hand on a keyboard lol
all my games are in boxes right now so i cant look at them to see but im pretty sure a good deal of ds/3ds games can be played with one hand comfortably... professor layton and hotel dusk are good examples
thank you all for the suggestions, ill be adding them shortly
really means a lot!
really means a lot!
I'm pretty sure crypt of the necrodancer is playable with one hand (only uses the arrow keys iirc). Bayonetta also has a one handed mode but that might only be for combat
Xanadu next, works with mouse like other arpgs
thx!!
Tactics games are ideal for this restriction. When I fucked up my hand in an accident hand couldn't use it for a couple of months I played through all of FE Three Houses as well as the entire Banner Saga Trilogy, specifically because they were turn-based games where I could take my time moving my single hand between all the required buttons.
DJSCheddar
1 year ago