How 'GamerGate' led the gaming industry to embrace more diverse and caring values

The games industry is evolving with the changing values of its players.

Adam Jerrett, Lecturer, Faculty of Creative & Cultural Industries, University of Portsmouth • conversation
Sept. 9, 2022 • ~9 min

The Activision Blizzard lawsuit shows gamer culture still has a long way to go: 5 essential reads about sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech

Sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech is not inevitable or permanent, write experts in the field. The solutions are positive community standards and women in power.

Eric Smalley, Science + Technology Editor • conversation
July 30, 2021 • ~10 min

Here's what it'll take to clean up esports' toxic culture

Combating sexism and other forms of harassment in online videogames comes down to community standards.

Amanda Cote, Assistant Professor of Media Studies/Game Studies, University of Oregon • conversation
Aug. 21, 2020 • ~9 min

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