The Tools of Freedom
Use a white cane or a guide dog to navigate a grocery store with limited vision.
How to play
- Choose between the white cane and the guide dog.
- Drag the joystick to walk toward the checkout.
- If using the cane, sweep regularly to reveal hidden shelves.
- If using the dog, follow the directional arrow to avoid hazards.
- Reach the checkout before your anxiety meter fills up.
Controls
- Touch
- Drag the joystick to move, and tap the cane button to sweep for hazards.
- Keyboard
- Press Space to sweep the cane. Movement requires a mouse or touch.
- Mouse
- Click and drag the joystick to move, and click the cane button to sweep.
More about this game
In this simulation, you guide Jack through a store using either a white cane or a guide dog. Your vision is limited to a small central area. In cane mode, you sweep to reveal nearby obstacles. In dog mode, the dog blocks hazards and points you in a safe direction. Hitting obstacles increases anxiety. The run ends if you reach the checkout or if anxiety gets too high from bumping into things.
Tips
- In cane mode, sweep often. The cane reveals obstacles within a 390-unit radius, giving you time to adjust your path.
- Watch your anxiety meter. Bumping into 3 obstacles will end your run, so prioritize finding a safe route.
- In dog mode, pay attention to the arrow. The dog will block hazards and point you toward a clear path.
Questions
How do I see the obstacles?
Your vision is limited to a small radius. Use the cane sweep to temporarily highlight nearby shelves, or rely on the guide dog to steer you around them.
What happens when I hit an obstacle?
Bumping into a shelf increases your anxiety meter. If you hit 3 obstacles, your anxiety becomes too high and you must restart.
How do I win?
You must navigate from the bottom of the store to the glowing checkout area at the top without filling your anxiety meter.