The year 2015 has begun. It is a time for new beginnings. New games are coming out. New experiences will be shared. And yet, the same old Internet arguments will take place.
Let's put one to rest right now. There has been growing criticism in the past few years about certain aspects of the videogame industry. Maybe female characters are presented in ways that reinforce negative stereotypes. Maybe the representation of minority groups could be improved. Maybe there is room for videogames to have greater purpose than just fun. Whichever specific issue, the statement "I wish videogames were more _____" is often met with "If you want things to change, you should make your own game."
On the surface, it seems like a reasonable point. "Be the change you wish to see in the world" is cute little buttoned up (mis)quote. With closer examination the argument has little value past being a clever-sounding misdirect.
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