Dead Cells is "tough but fair" but new accessibility features include auto-hit, continue, and assist modes Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Dead Cells is "tough but fair" but new accessibility features include auto-hit, continue, and assist modes "We know that it can be complicated for some people." News by Vikki Blake Contributor Published on 1 May 2022 23 comments Dead Cells co-developer Evil Empire has opened up about new accessibility options coming to the fan-favourite indie. It includes details about new features such as auto-hit, continue, and assist modes, all of which aim to boost accessibility. While the team believes "part of the fun" is Dead Cells' "tough but fair experience", Evil Empire says it knows "that it can be complicated for some people". To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings "When you activate assist mode, there is a disclaimer that comes up saying part of the fun of Dead Cells is to enjoy the tough but fair experience, but we know that it can be complicated for some people," Evil Empire's marketing manager Matthew Houghton told Twinfinite (thanks, NME). "You'll also be able to activate a continue mode that lets you start where you died instead of restarting. You'll start here with the same build. There is also an auto-hit mode. It is funny because this mode came from the mobile version of Dead Cells." Houghton also confirms that the game has "many options regarding the controls" as well as the ability to rebind the sticks, plus there are improvements to the UI too, including colour, font size, and font type. "There's also the ability to change around the songs, music, and SFX," Houghton added. "For instance, if you have trouble hearing enemy attacks, you can narrow down the volume of the environment and what not to make the enemy's attack the focus." The team announced back in January that it was already considering the likes of adjustable font size and colour, adjustable colour palettes to assist colourblind players, options to increase UI and background contrast, alongside features such as auto-hit to improve accessibility. However, in a bid to spread the net of knowledge wide, it then canvassed its playerbase for additional feedback. As Matt summarised for us recently, Evil Empire's plans to improve accessibility comes as the tide for improved accessibility in games finally seems to be turning. Microsoft continues its own push for inclusivity with initiatives including its impressive Xbox Adaptive Controller, while recent blockbuster hits such as The Last of Us Part 2, Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Forza Horizon 5 (which includes sign language support) have all drawn widespread praise for their extensive accessibility options. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 8 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store