Скачать или смотреть The Power of Play: How Video Games Impact Politics

In this informative video, we'll explore how video games have become a platform for political commentary and social change. From early games like "Escape from Woomera" and "Kabul Kaboom!" addressing immigration and war, to Barack Obama's Presidential Campaign Video Game, video games have been utilized for political discourse for years. Games like "This War of Mine" and "Papers Please" provide a unique perspective on the horrors of war and the struggles of immigration. Video games have also become a platform for social change with titles like "Dragon Age: Inquisition" and "Gone Home" exploring themes of diversity and LGBTQ struggles. Satirical games like "Grand Theft Auto V" and "Watch Dogs 2" allow players to critique political issues in an entertaining manner. As video games continue to evolve, their potential for promoting awareness and empathy on political issues remains powerful. Thank you for watching.

0:00 — Introduction
0:17 — A Brief History of Games and Politics
0:41 — The Power of Video Games
1:03 — Video Games for Social Change
1:28 — Video Games as Satire
1:49 — Conclusion