That is interesting, especially since they base it on so many scientific studies.
Oh wait, there is none. There is not a single scientific study that proves that video games are in any way more exposed to right-wing propaganda than others. In fact, there is plenty of research on the power of social connectedness in video games. Just look at all the esports events happening at Blizzcon, or Blizzcon itself in general, where people met - despite their background, ethnicity, or whatever. Are there "toxic corners" in video games? Of couse. There's BS everywhere. But this article reminds me of the "killer games debate" that went on in Germany about 10-15 years ago, which was basically one single guy spouting out his nonsense, being invited to every talk show, and not countered by any scientific evidence (of which there is an overwhelming amount, but it just doesn't sell as good).
Disappointed to see this in NPR, of all places. But well, media...
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ModeratorThat is interesting, especially since they base it on so many scientific studies.
Oh wait, there is none. There is not a single scientific study that proves that video games are in any way more exposed to right-wing propaganda than others. In fact, there is plenty of research on the power of social connectedness in video games. Just look at all the esports events happening at Blizzcon, or Blizzcon itself in general, where people met - despite their background, ethnicity, or whatever. Are there "toxic corners" in video games? Of couse. There's BS everywhere. But this article reminds me of the "killer games debate" that went on in Germany about 10-15 years ago, which was basically one single guy spouting out his nonsense, being invited to every talk show, and not countered by any scientific evidence (of which there is an overwhelming amount, but it just doesn't sell as good).
Disappointed to see this in NPR, of all places. But well, media...