critical game studies

Critical game studies is an academic field that examines video games beyond entertainment, exploring their cultural, social, and political impacts. It analyzes how games reflect and influence societal values, power structures, and identity. This field encourages questioning assumptions about technology, representation, and player experiences, seeking to understand how games shape and mirror our world. By critically engaging with games, researchers highlight underlying messages, biases, and potential for social change, fostering a deeper awareness of the role games play in society.