Video games are a fantastic way to show your creativity. Players are able to direct their characters’ lives and take them to places that wouldn’t be possible through any other form of media. From establishing a brand new city to defeating the final boss, they have the ability to complete everything. They are an art form that should be treated with respect. It’s important that creators include in their games characters that reflect a variety of individuals and their experiences. This is inclusive of queer and minority groups and people with disabilities etc.
Games with character creation and romance
Gaming companies have made significant progress in the direction of inclusion. Companies like Bethesda and Ubisoft have taken innovative and commercial risks by slowly adding LGBT characters to their games. The inclusion of characters like Tracer and Soldier: of 76 in the well-known multiplayer shooter Overwatch has shown that the risks taken are beginning to pay off. These characters have helped players feel that the game is more involving and feels more relatable.
Anime games with character creation and romance
Not only are the big-budget games incorporating LGBTQ characters. Independent, smaller-scale developers are also pushing the boundaries of inclusion. Games like Dream Daddy, a dad dating sim which came out in 2017, has been praised for the inclusion of both male and female characters that do not have to be restricted by gender binary. Fire Emblem has been praised for its inclusion of characters from diverse backgrounds, like a large number of LGBTQ characters.
Mobile games where you can customize your character
Mass Effect, released in 2007, was one of the key milestones of LGBTQ inclusion in video games. The game introduced a massive universe of various species, as well as the ability for players to develop relationships with characters irrespective of gender. This was a significant leap for the gaming industry and set the precedent for other games to follow suit.
More recent games such as the Assassin’s creed Odyssey game have featured LGBTQ characters that aren’t restricted through their sexuality. Xenia is the bisexual pirate is a lively and ebullient pirate. She has no signs of repression. Her inclusion was welcomed contrast to the typical depictions of LGBTQ in video games.
Similar to this it is the case with the forthcoming BioWare title Dragon Age: Inquisition includes the option to fall in love with V, who is transgender or not. The option is only personal, however the possibility that BioWare allowed it to be available at all shows that they have made the effort to ensure that their games are inclusive of the general public.
These games prove the fact that LGBTQ inclusion in games is not only feasible but is also extremely desirable. The inclusion of these characters help make it easier to accept LGBTQ relationships, which helps to ensure that bigotry and prejudice become a thing of the past. Ultimately, it’s up to the gamers to ensure that they choose games with LGBTQ characters that reflect their interests and identities. We urge students and faculty members to participate in these games as well as to search for games that are more inclusive.