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Alright folks! My dissertation's on how video games can influence political attitudes and participation. So let's have a talk about this since it's stirring up a good deal of controversy. A thread. (1/18)
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Let's get this out of the way 1st: Game culture isn't perfect. It has not been the friendliest of places to those who aren't straight white males. But that's been changing A LOT over the last decade. There's always room to improve, but gaming has never been more welcoming. (2/18)
Designers are concertedly making games that reflect the diversity of our world. Community organizers are trying to make their digital spaces more inclusive and welcoming to everyone. Is there pushback to this? Yes. But mostly on the fringes. (3/18)
