Mobile game developer Mattel163 has introduced the Beyond Colors update to enhance the accessibility of three popular card games: Phase 10: World Tour, UNO! Mobile, and Skip-Bo Mobile. This update introduces colorblind-friendly decks that use simple shapes such as squares, triangles, circles, and stars to represent traditional card colors, making it easier for players with color vision deficiencies to distinguish between cards.

The Beyond Colors feature is a significant step towards inclusivity, reflecting Mattel163's commitment to making their games accessible to a broader audience. To activate this feature, players simply need to tap on their avatar in the game, navigate to account settings, and enable the Beyond Color deck under the card theme options.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, approximately 300 million people worldwide are affected by colorblindness. By implementing these new deck options, Mattel163 aims to break down barriers and ensure that games like UNO! Mobile are enjoyable for everyone.

To ensure the effectiveness of the Beyond Color decks, Mattel163 collaborated with gamers, including those with colorblindness. The symbols chosen are consistent across all three games, facilitating easy learning and use. Mattel has also announced plans to make 80% of its gaming portfolio colorblind accessible by 2025.

UNO! Mobile offers the classic card game experience where players race to discard all their cards first. Phase 10: World Tour challenges players to complete phases quickly, while Skip-Bo Mobile provides a unique twist on the traditional solitaire game.

All three games—UNO! Mobile, Skip-Bo Mobile, and Phase 10: World Tour—are available on the App Store and Google Play. For more information about Mattel163 and the Beyond Colors update, visit their official website or follow them on Facebook to stay updated with the latest news.