The variety of functions involved in the use of virtual reality (VR) raises questions about its accessibility to a population with diverse profiles. We chose to explore these questions, particularly in the context of the use of VR headsets. Therefore, we designed an online survey in French with the aim of better understanding usage habits and user needs. This survey targets a broad population. Our research is based on the multidimensional approach to disability according to the Human Development Model and Disability Creation Process 2 (HDM-DCP 2). This means that VR accessibility needs can concern all users, whether or not they have a disability. These results showed that VR users rarely use accessibility settings, but they still encounter difficulties in using it, especially regular users. This study allowed us to identify respondent profiles, based on their life habits, that might have accessibility needs in VR.

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Virtual Reality and Accessibility: What Users Need?

  • Noémie Kempa,
  • Isabelle Barbet,
  • Jérôme Dupire

摘要

The variety of functions involved in the use of virtual reality (VR) raises questions about its accessibility to a population with diverse profiles. We chose to explore these questions, particularly in the context of the use of VR headsets. Therefore, we designed an online survey in French with the aim of better understanding usage habits and user needs. This survey targets a broad population. Our research is based on the multidimensional approach to disability according to the Human Development Model and Disability Creation Process 2 (HDM-DCP 2). This means that VR accessibility needs can concern all users, whether or not they have a disability. These results showed that VR users rarely use accessibility settings, but they still encounter difficulties in using it, especially regular users. This study allowed us to identify respondent profiles, based on their life habits, that might have accessibility needs in VR.