Read this (https://mattdent123.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/xw7ho9q.jpg) infographic, which explores the facts related to female video game characters - What do you think are the main reasons for this lack of equality in representation?
I think the main reason for this divide in gender in video game characters is how we grow up watching TV, films etc. and see male characters being shown to be 'stronger, more adventurous' and better in general than female players. As well as that, the majority of video game players are in fact male and even though this number has grown to be more equal in recent years, it can be seen as a good explanation for this divide due to the fact that males stereotypically choose to play with male characters when given the choice. We can also suggest that this difference is down to the fact that video game characters were originally male and so many game developers have stuck to this structure to be successful and faithful. Overall, it can be seen that this divide is because of how gender is represented in the media and how we are 'taught' that males are powerful and strong, and females are weak and 'pretty' and therefore predominately chose to play with male characters in order to be successful within a game.
No comments:
Post a Comment