The lack of diversity in video games has been a longstanding issue in the industry. Black gamers play for fun, community, and self-expression. However, the depiction of textured hair and protective styles remains limited. Black characters are often highly stereotypical and not representative of their real-world counterparts. Dove and Open Source Afro Hair Library launched… Continue reading ‘Code My Crown,’ The Free Guide For Coding Black Hairstyles In Video Games, Combats The Disparity In Repres
Amira Virgil, a Sims 4 content creator and streamer, learned how to mod the EA life simulation game because she wanted to improve the game’s skin color options for Black players.