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Sep 24

Gamasutra: The Mixed Blessings of “Girlfriend Mode”

Hey look, a reasonable response to the “Girlfriend mode” controversy surrounding Gearbox and Borderlands 2. Instead of ignoring it, like some people, this article actually takes a look the positive aspects of “assisted co-operative play” while discussing the negative implications of calling something “girlfriend mode” including creating a barrier for women to get into gaming by creating a cultural that constantly tells them that they are no good.

 

Overall, this is a good read for anyone who has been swept up in the media story of this event.

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Erik G

A lover of video games and aspiring game designer. My goal is to elevate video games into a higher realm of art and thinking through critical analysis, critique, and a stronger focus in the art that is game design.

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