Gaming connects us. Unfortunately, accessibility is often an afterthought. Non-profit “Our Odyssey” recognized this gap and took action with Overjoyed, an accessibility add-on for playing computer games.
Gaming is unique, yet often forgets players with disabilities. Overjoyed aims to address this. Users who can’t use traditional controllers can redirect inputs to a more appropriate device — fully customizable inputs from simple switches to a breath sensor.
Our Odyssey, a community for young adults that are impacted by a chronic disease, gathered immediate interest. Charities like the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) and Global Genes took notice; even Nintendo Life reported!
Wisej.NET was crucial for us. Re-building from scratch was an option,
but Wisej.NET allowed us to modernize our WinForms code.
Plus, learning a whole new language wasn‘t ideal. Wisej.NET provided a future-proof architecture on which our platform can grow.
Honestly, Wisej.NET has revealed more and more useful features as we‘ve worked with it.
Development began with WinForms using C# and .NET 4.8 – relying on a SendInput Wrapper with Low-Level Keyboard and Mouse Hooks.
Our Odyssey quickly needed to be future-proof. Wisej.NET looked right; the advanced ecosystem for web application development offers smooth migration. Overjoyed transitioned to Wisej.NET 3 Hybrid, integrating C# MAUI .NET 9 alongside the .NET Core Framework.
Our Odyssey’s development team was confident:
Streamlined Transition
Wisej.NET streamlines the transition from WinForms to modern web apps, saving development time.
Enhancing Development
Wisej.NET‘s development suite delivers a broader toolset.
This update improved compatibility among tools designed to enhance control: GregsStack Input Simulator Standard for smooth input handling and the Wisej.NET TourPanel extension for easy customization with custom CSS and firmware.
Overjoyed can now be used across all major platforms (Xbox, PC, Switch, and PlayStation) using popular devices like 8BitDo‘s Nintendo Switch gamepad and a custom Nefarious ViGEm/SimGamepad integration for Xbox controller simulation.
Overjoyed’s overhaul:
Responsive Support
Wisej.NET‘s hands-on support smoothed the migration for Overjoyed.
Secure and Scalable Platform
Wisej.NET provided a secure and scalable foundation for future growth.
Modern Development Environment
Wisej.NET’s expanded toolset for enhanced and streamlined maintenance.
Seamless User Experience
Wisej.NET’s existing users are transitioning to a familiar interface.
Our Odyssey is a non-profit organization run by and for young adults impacted by a rare or chronic condition. The organization is dedicated to breaking down barriers and making gaming accessible to everyone. Founded in 2023, they develop innovative solutions that enable individuals with disabilities to enjoy gaming.
We specialize in enterprise application modernization and business web frameworks. Since 1998, we have maintained a proven track record with over 600 satisfied clients, including Fortune 500 companies like Fujitsu, Goodyear, Xerox, and Siemens.
Disclaimer: Ice Tea Group and Our Odyssey make no guarantee, warranty or representations. Any projections or estimates are opinion and do not guarantee the current or future performance of the software or represent any kind of contractual obligation on our part. You should conduct an independent investigation of the software to determine to your satisfaction the suitabilty of the software for your needs
