The recent release of Grand Theft Auto 5 has kicked off another spirited debate about what is and isn’t sexist in the video game industry, and while it’s difficult to come to a consensus on the matter, the need to at least address the issue is there. The Tropes vs. Women video series was one of the most in-depth takes on the controversial topic, and now, a new episode of Game/Show has been released that investigates the need for this type of feminism in the caustic gaming industry.
The episode, titled “Do Gamers Need Anita Sarkeesian’s Feminism?” can be viewed above, but if you just want the main idea, here’s a short description.
“Sexism in game culture is back in the spotlight. As seen in the comment section of Carolyn Petit's recent review of GTA 5 and, of course, the hate spewed toward Anita Sarkeesian's Feminist Frequency, there is a strong undercurrent of anti-woman sentiment that has surfaced in the gamer community,” it reads. “Why? Because there are those who believe that women can never be ‘true gamers.’ But there are those that are fighting back. So does that make Anita a video game Rosa Parks? Watch the episode to find out!”
There’s likely a long-winded discussion or two in the comments section of the video, so if you have any calm, logical ideas to express concerning the video, you can join the conversation right now.