Sexism in Gaming

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What is a common issue faced by female gamers, as highlighted in the video?

  • Excessive praise and preferential treatment.
  • Complete acceptance and lack of discrimination.
  • Hate and sexism encountered during gameplay. (correct)
  • Overly welcome to gaming communities

What term describes the negative behavior exhibited by some players in the game toward female players?

  • Toxicity (correct)
  • Helpfulness
  • Positivity
  • Friendliness

In the video about "girl gamers," what does the featured player say they hope to achieve by sharing their gameplay experience?

  • To discourage female gamers.
  • To brag about their skills.
  • To spread awareness about sexism in gaming. (correct)
  • None of the above

What is one way prejudice manifests in the game with female competitors, according to the video?

<p>Players making assumptions based on gender. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the insults the featured player experienced during the game?

<p>Being accused of using a voice changer. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a common stereotype mentioned in the video that some male players believe about women in gaming? Women are...

<p>generally bad at games. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What excuse does the player make to justify his use of insults?

<p>He says he's just joking around. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a central theme conveyed through the gameplay showcased in the video about "girl gamers"?

<p>The prevalence of sexism and harassment in online gaming. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Sexism in Gaming

Unwarranted negative behavior directed at individuals based on their gender.

Online Trolling

A deliberate attempt to offend or provoke others online.

Voice Changer

The use of technology to alter one's voice, often to disguise identity.

Insecurity

Feeling uncertain or lacking confidence.

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Obsessed

A person who is excessively enthusiastic or fixated on someone or something.

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Study Notes

  • The streamer shares a previous game to showcase toxicity and sexism female gamers face.

Initial Interactions

  • A teammate questions the streamer's loud microphone.
  • The teammate makes suggestive comments about the microphone quality, implying ASMR.
  • The streamer is told to stop using a voice changer and lower the volume.
  • The teammate makes a comment about the streamer wearing "big ass hoop earrings."

Game Dynamics and Sexist Remarks

  • A teammate expresses concern about the team composition, noting the presence of a third duelist.
  • The streamer is told that "lotus doesn't speak".
  • The streamer expresses confidence in carrying the team despite the negative comments.
  • A teammate tells the streamer to "shut up."
  • It's speculated a teammate might be leaving the game because he doesn't like having female players.
  • Teammates question if the streamer is using a voice changer and doubt they are women.
  • The streamer jokingly asks how to make their voice sound more realistic as a female.
  • A teammate asks if the streamer believes most women are bad at the game and then says "LMAO women can't do anything".
  • Another teammate says Viper is playing like a female.

In-Game Toxicity

  • A teammate claims another is a "green processor".
  • The streamer jokes about being embarrassed about their small penis, which offends a teammate.
  • An ally criticizes the streamer for throwing the round.

Further Sexist Comments

  • The streamer notes the teammate likely hates women more than each other, suggesting insecurities.
  • A teammate believes the streamer is not even playing.
  • The streamer expresses frustration at men who act like they know everything.
  • A teammate sarcastically says "thank you down yeah is just failing enough he's just hopping around me when I start throwing because women on team yes".
  • A teammate accuses the streamer of using a voice changer.
  • A teammate is accused of having been "cheated over by someone".
  • Another teammate calls the streamer a "gold digger".
  • A teammate makes vulgar comments about the streamer's mother.
  • Teammates accuse each other of being bad at the game.
  • The streamer is accused of being cringe.

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