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The History and Influence of Mods on Video Games

Video game mods allow eager fans an opportunity to partake in the medium's tradition of reiteration, reimagining cult classics in new forms.…

March 5, 2024

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Before Being Bought Out, Activision Had a Long, Storied History

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

After Microsoft announced its newest acquisition, the long-standing video game company found itself back under the microscope. No one was happy with what they discovered.…

June 12, 2022

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Blizzard’s ‘Diversity Space Tool’ Causes More Problems Than It Solves

Myles Allan, University of New Haven

In a world where equality is a priority, one video game company completely crashes and burns when it tries to come up with a formula for representation.…

June 8, 2022

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Why the Activision Blizzard Lawsuit Settlement Is Not Enough

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

Even as the video game company struggles under the weight of multiple civil lawsuits, more still needs to be done to pressure the gaming industry into addressing ongoing sexually discriminatory business practices.…

April 20, 2022

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The Misogyny at Activision Blizzard Has Prompted a Gender Discrimination Lawsuit

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

This gaming titan has certainly made their lack of respect for women exceedingly apparent.…

January 19, 2022

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