GLAAD’s Post

Thank you, NPR & Kaity Kline, for speaking with us about the importance of LGBTQ representation in gaming in response to the Nielsen & GLAAD report. You can read the full article here with great responses from other folks working to increase representation here: https://lnkd.in/gNCM7JsM

Why are video games lagging behind on LGBTQ+ representation vs other media outlets? A recent article from PinkNews highlighted that less than 2% of gaming content and characters are LGBTQ+ related. With the advertising industry pushing for diverse content, why is that gaming is so far behind? You can read more on the topic here: https://lnkd.in/em7E7yRh And I'd love to hear your thoughts! Does it matter? Is the ad industry actually strides ahead? And what should be done? #LGBTQNews #Gaming #AdIndustry #PinkNews

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Under 2% of video games include LGBTQ characters or storylines, despite that 17% of gamers identify as queer, according to GLAAD's new survey. Per the 2024 GLAAD Gaming Report, 1 in 5 active gamers are LGBTQ.

🌈 As Pride month comes to an end, let's remember that Pride and queer inclusivity should be celebrated all year round. Last Friday, we published a blog post exploring the evolving landscape of geek culture and gaming, highlighting the importance of queer representation in role-playing style games. 🎮 Role-playing games (RPGs), whether pencil and paper or video games, offer safe spaces for identity exploration and self-expression, making them especially meaningful for LGBTQIA+ gamers. 🌟 Our blog post delves into the progress and remaining challenges in representation within the gaming industry. We discuss iconic queer protagonists, games that let you create inclusive characters, and tabletop RPGs that provide deep customization for queer narratives. From Baldur’s Gate III to Dungeons & Dragons, discover how these games can help foster a sense of belonging and visibility in the gaming world. 🌐✨ Happy gaming and happy PRIDE! 🏳️🌈 Comment "Pride" for a link to the blog, or head to our website today to read the full post. #Pride #LGBTQIA #RepresentationMatters #GamingCommunity #RolePlayingGames #GeekCulture #NewHopeCounseling

🌈 Pride Month Spotlight: The Importance of LGBTQ Representation in Video Games 🎮 As we celebrate Pride Month, it's crucial to reflect on the significance of LGBTQ representation in video games. According to the GLAAD Gaming Report, nearly 1 in 5 active gamers identify as LGBTQ, yet games with LGBTQ characters or storylines account for less than 2% of all games available. The lack of games also makes it extremely hard for LGBTQ to find games where they feel represented. Our mission at Gameopedia is to harness the power of data to unlock new gaming experiences through human-centric products that level up people’s life for the global gaming community. This is why we are extremely focused on curating Diversity & Representation metadata in video games, to help gaming platforms surface these games to everyone so that you can find the next amazing gaming experience where you feel represented! Together, we can push for greater diversity and representation in the gaming industry, making it a space where everyone feels welcome and valued. 🌟 #PrideMonth #LGBTQRepresentation #GamingCommunity #InclusionMatters #GameMetadata

"The study found that LGBTQ+ gamers are 11% more likely than non-queer gamers to use gaming to escape from difficult real-world situations and are 24% more likely to depend on gaming to get them through tough times. These percentages increased for queer people living in states that have recently passed or proposed anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. In fact, half of all LGBTQ+ gamers said they felt more accepted by the gaming community than they do where they live. Approximately 66% of LGBTQ+ gamers said that gaming allows them to express themselves in a way they don’t feel comfortable doing in the real world, and 35% of LGBTQ+ gamers said they felt like gaming was their only outlet for socializing with other people. Despite this, 52% of LGBTQ+ gamers reported experiencing harassment while playing online, compared to 38% of non-queer gamers." https://lnkd.in/g2hRPAbZ

🗣️ “Historically, the gaming world has not always been the most diverse environment. [The industry] created games that predominantly targeted a cisgender white male audience." 🌈 Marco Calcaterra, Vertical Practice Lead at RWS Group, highlights an often-overlooked work environment – the world of gaming. Marco discusses research indicating a spike in gaming workplace diversity and the actions being taken to make this space wholly inclusive. ⬇️ Read the feature below and share with your community: #RoleModels #DEI #LGBTQ

This isn't just about statistics; it's about giving voice to a community that has long sought visibility and recognition in the gaming landscape. Having concrete data on LGBTQ inclusion in gaming isn't just significant—it's groundbreaking. It's a call to action for game developers and studios to embrace more diverse narratives, characters, and experiences. It's about creating virtual worlds where everyone feels seen, heard, and celebrated. #Gaming #InclusiveGaming #LGBTQInclusion #RepresentationMatters

This article points to a great number of research studies on the topic of not just gender representation in video games but specifically the ways in which video games make safe spaces for nonbinary and transgender players ....and have for years. Something for both researchers and developers should be aware of are ways to support inclusive play. https://lnkd.in/eQsmXvmA