Violence in Games
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This week's gaming writing highlights include critiques of Final Fantasy XVI's handling of Middle Eastern influences and a discussion on the catharsis of violence in Armored Core VI. Concerns are raised about the current state of AI research, with a researcher lamenting its shift towards corporate product application rather than fundamental understanding. The article also touches on Microsoft's recent layoffs and Bobby Kotick's legal strategies.
Politicians dig up Grand Theft Auto's "hot coffee" incident and grill Rockstar for violence, but clear $3m in GTA 6 Miami Beach marketing anyway: "It's a video game, it's fake"
The City of Miami Beach has narrowly approved a $3 million marketing campaign for Grand Theft Auto 6, despite some politicians raising concerns about the game's violent content and its potential to promote a negative image. Supporters argued that it is just a video game and that the advertising would be a win for gamers.
War Fantasy is “the anti–Call of Duty” and delivers a kick to the groin of the games industry’s relentless gamification of conflict.
War Fantasy, developed by a former Call of Duty developer, is described as an "anti Call of Duty" game that critiques the gamification of conflict. The game aims to expose how war is marketed to players and highlights the tragic cost of conflict, contrasting with typical war game narratives.
Wolverine director says violent gameplay is a 'key part' of bringing the character to life, but knows it's not for everyone — 'We also implemented an accessibility feature to turn off gore'
Marvel's Wolverine director Mike Daly stated that while violence is a key part of the character's fantasy, Insomniac Games has implemented an accessibility feature to turn off gore. The game aims for a grounded portrayal of Wolverine's brutality, but players uncomfortable with the violence can disable it in the settings. Marvel's Wolverine is set to release on September 15 for PlayStation 5.
