Newswire: The Christmas holidays are fast approaching. It's a time to spend with family and friends, but it's also the time to give gifts. Lots of people get games for Christmas or birthdays, but for blind and visually impaired players, it can be tricky deciding what to get for them. Luckily, there are lots of text and audio-based games that they can play, both free and commercial. Join Kelly Sapergia, a reviewer of games for Innovations, The Global Voice's technology show, as he demonstrates some of his favorites, and takes your questions as to how they're played.
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