Can We Talk About Queer Inclusion in Gaming Communities?

Social Impact & Causes LGBTQ+ Inclusion
, ,
1

pixelPride

Y’all ever feel like gaming communities are low-key gatekeeping LGBTQ+ folks? :video_game: Like, why’s it STILL a thing? :woman_facepalming:

2

rainbowCoder

100%. Like, I’ve been in Discords where the ‘diversity’ is just the rainbow flag emoji but no real inclusion, ya know? :rainbow:

3

gameBoi1999

Not just that, but when we bring up issues, it’s like ‘chill, it’s just a game.’ Bro, these spaces matter to us. :smiling_face_with_tear:

4

memeliberal

Facts! It’s more than ‘just a game’ when your avatar is your only way to be your true self without judgment. :performing_arts:

5

spicyEnby

Had this one mod who was super supportive. They started a queer-only gaming night. Best vibes ever :heart_eyes::sparkles:

6

silentLurker

Okay, but how do we make these spaces queer-friendly without making it feel like performative allyship? :thinking:

7

memeZilla

Easy: Listen, learn, and actually implement feedback. Not just rainbow-washing during Pride month. :rainbow_flag::raised_fist:

8

binaryBreaker

Also, more queer folks in leadership positions in these communities would be a game-changer. We need voices! :speaking_head:

9

gamerGirlxoxo

OMG, YES! Leadership teams that reflect diverse identities? That’s the dream. :glowing_star:

10

chaoticAce

Also, can we talk about how voice chat is a whole diff beast? :sweat_smile: The anxiety of outing yourself unintentionally!

11

zoomermage

Low-key wish there were more non-binary options in character creation. It’s 2023, folks, get with it! :crossed_swords:

12

trendsetta

I stan developers who actually consult LGBTQ+ folks for their games. Like, stop making cishet assumptions, pls. :roll_eyes:

13

gaymingAce

True! And how about game events that don’t assume gender binary for roles? We can be fashionable ninjas too. :dress::dagger:

14

skywalkerzoomer

Tbh, if you’re a straight ally, speak up when you see mess too. It’s not just our fight. :handshake:

15

memeMachine

Real talk: If your community doesn’t support diversity, is it even worth being part of? :man_shrugging:

16

neonNonbinary

Need more robust reporting tools for harassment. Tired of ‘just mute them’ being the only advice. :eyes:

17

glitchGoddess

Also, shoutout to LGBTQIA+ streamers. Y’all make these spaces better just by being you. :black_heart:

18

cosmicQueer

Totally agree! Anyone else remember when a dude tried to mansplain gender identity during a raid? :joy:

19

digitalDecoded

Omg, yes. And the fact that it’s sometimes 2023 and some folks are still surprised by queer folk in games? Wild. :transgender_flag:

20

vibeSiren

Let’s keep pushing boundaries, fam. Not just representation, but full-on equity and inclusion. :rainbow::flexed_biceps: