The year 2023 featured mind-blowing advancements in nearly every -ology imaginable. While ranking this progress is fraught with subjectivity, these breakthroughs are no-doubt-about-it advances that crucially improved our medical, technological, or astronomical understanding.

Of course, some of the year’s biggest science news ended up being “advancements” that didn’t quite pan out, especially the “room temperature superconductor” that never was. And while these 12 breakthroughs may not change lives immediately (unless some friendly aliens from exoplanet K2-18b drop by to say hello), the work of these scientists will nonetheless move research, medicine, and technology forward for a more enlightened 2024.

Is 2023 the best year in video game history? That’s a debate we’ll probably be having for many years to come, but one thing is undeniable, 2023 was a huge year of firsts for gaming accessibility.

From complete independence in racing genres to inclusive options and designs for fighting games, disabled players can access and enjoy numerous first-party titles in contention for Game of the Year. As studios continue to innovate and refine accessible features and designs, disabled players are no longer left combatting insurmountable barriers. Is 2023 the best year in terms of accessibility? No. But it’s proof that accessibility is now an integral component across the entire gaming industry.

With every new game, developers are implementing accessible settings and designs that benefit a variety of disabilities. As the year ends, Inverse examines some of the most accessible games of 2023, highlighting exactly what made them great.